Which provider is better:Life Extension or Vitality Blueprint Elite?
Vitality Blueprint Elite provides better value with 18.4 biomarkers per $100 spent, offering more comprehensive coverage for your investment.
However, the best choice depends on your specific health goals, budget, and which biomarkers are most important for your situation.
How much do Life Extension and Vitality Blueprint Elite cost per year?
Life Extension costs $486 per year for 2,
while Vitality Blueprint Elite costs $700 per year for 1.
The cost per test is $243
for Life Extension and $700
for Vitality Blueprint Elite.
What biomarkers does Life Extension test that Vitality Blueprint Elite doesn't?
Life Extension includes 3 unique biomarkers not found in Vitality Blueprint Elite's panel.
These include PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen), Progesterone, Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy).
Can I use insurance with Life Extension or Vitality Blueprint Elite?
Both Life Extension and Vitality Blueprint Elite are direct-to-consumer services that typically don't accept insurance.
However, you may be able to submit receipts to your insurance for reimbursement if you have out-of-network benefits,
or use HSA/FSA funds for payment. Check with your insurance provider and the testing companies for specific policies.
How often should I get blood work done?
Most health optimization experts recommend testing 2-4 times per year to establish baselines and track trends.
Life Extension includes 2 in their annual membership,
while Vitality Blueprint Elite includes 1.
More frequent testing allows you to track the effectiveness of interventions and catch changes early.
Where can I get blood drawn for these tests?
Life Extension uses Quest locations,
while Vitality Blueprint Elite uses US/Canada nationwide.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
