Which provider is better:Life Extension or Vitality Blueprint Standard?
Vitality Blueprint Standard provides better value with 22.7 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 Standard cost per year?
Life Extension costs $486 per year for 2,
while Vitality Blueprint Standard costs $375 per year for 1.
The cost per test is $243
for Life Extension and $375
for Vitality Blueprint Standard.
What biomarkers does Life Extension test that Vitality Blueprint Standard doesn't?
Life Extension includes 6 unique biomarkers not found in Vitality Blueprint Standard's panel.
These include Apolipoprotein B (ApoB), Insulin, Uric Acid, and others.
Can I use insurance with Life Extension or Vitality Blueprint Standard?
Both Life Extension and Vitality Blueprint Standard 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 Standard 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 Standard uses US/Canada nationwide.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
