Marek Health Base vs Vitality Blueprint Standard
Complete Head-to-Head Comparison
Compare costs, biomarker coverage, and value to find the best blood testing service for your needs
Quick Comparison Summary
Best Value
Vitality Blueprint Standard
28.8 biomarkers per $100
Most Comprehensive
Vitality Blueprint Standard
108 biomarkers tested
Most Tests Per Year
Tie
1 tests/year each
Cost & Value Comparison
Marek Health Base
Annual Cost$250
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers65
Cost per Test$250
Vitality Blueprint Standard
Annual Cost$375
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers108
Cost per Test$375
Service Details
| Feature | Marek Health Base | Vitality Blueprint Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Locations | Nationwide | US/Canada nationwide |
| Key Features | Hormone optimization focus, TRT support, venipuncture included, Male/Female panels, custom panel builder | Andy Galpin co-founded, performance reference ranges, 13-week optimization cycles, 80 biomarker patterns |
| Notes | Base panel. 4 tiers available ($250-$1,950). 45-min expert review sessions available. Heavy metals testing option | Starting at $375/year membership, or $425 for a single cycle. 108 biomarkers analyzed across 9 Functional Areas and 20+ systemic constraints. Vitality Score plus a personalized 13-week protocol covering nutrition, supplements, training and behavior. Retesting recommended quarterly at discounted member rates. US and Canada. |
Biomarker Coverage Comparison
37
Tests in Common
4
Only in Marek Health Base
25
Only in Vitality Blueprint Standard
Tests Only in Marek Health Base
- Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Insulin(Metabolic Health / Glucose)
- Uric Acid(Metabolic Health / Glucose)
- RBC Magnesium(Electrolytes & Minerals)
Tests Only in Vitality Blueprint Standard
- TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)(Thyroid Function)
- Free T4 (Thyroxine)(Thyroid Function)
- Free T3 (Triiodothyronine)(Thyroid Function)
- Total Testosterone(Sex Hormones (Male))
- Free Testosterone(Sex Hormones (Male))
- SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin)(Sex Hormones (Male))
- DHEA-S(Sex Hormones (Male))
- Estradiol (E2)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- LH (Luteinizing Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- hs-CRP (High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein)(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
- ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
13 more
- Homocysteine(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
- Vitamin B12(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Folate(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Ferritin(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Iron (Serum)(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- TIBC (Total Iron Binding Capacity)(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Cortisol(Stress & Adrenal Function)
- Transferrin Saturation(Additional Specialized Tests)
- Mean Platelet Volume (MPV)(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- UIBC (Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity)(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Immature Granulocytes(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- nRBC (Nucleated Red Blood Cells)(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Ferritin/CRP Ratio(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Marek Health Base or Vitality Blueprint Standard?
Marek Health Base is cheaper at $250/year, compared with $375/year for Vitality Blueprint Standard.
How much do Marek Health Base and Vitality Blueprint Standard cost per year?
Marek Health Base costs $250/year for 1 test ($250 per test). Vitality Blueprint Standard costs $375/year for 1 test ($375 per test).
Which tests more biomarkers, Marek Health Base or Vitality Blueprint Standard?
Vitality Blueprint Standard lists more biomarkers: 108, compared with 65 for Marek Health Base. Of the markers in our database, 37 are in both panels.
Which gives more biomarkers per dollar, Marek Health Base or Vitality Blueprint Standard?
Vitality Blueprint Standard gives more biomarkers per dollar: 28.8 per $100 of annual cost, compared with 26.0 for Marek Health Base. Count alone does not decide it; check whether the markers you need are included.
What does Marek Health Base test that Vitality Blueprint Standard doesn't?
4 markers in our database are in Marek Health Base's panel but not Vitality Blueprint Standard's, including Apolipoprotein B (ApoB), Insulin, Uric Acid, and 1 more.
What does Vitality Blueprint Standard test that Marek Health Base doesn't?
25 markers in our database are in Vitality Blueprint Standard's panel but not Marek Health Base's, including TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone), Free T4 (Thyroxine), Free T3 (Triiodothyronine), and 22 more.
How many tests per year do Marek Health Base and Vitality Blueprint Standard include?
Marek Health Base includes 1 test per year. Vitality Blueprint Standard includes 1 test per year.
Where do Marek Health Base and Vitality Blueprint Standard draw blood?
Marek Health Base: Nationwide. Vitality Blueprint Standard: US/Canada nationwide.
Can I use insurance with Marek Health Base or Vitality Blueprint Standard?
Both are direct-to-consumer services paid out of pocket. Some buyers pay with HSA/FSA funds or submit receipts for out-of-network reimbursement; check with your plan and the provider.