Verbatim response from Claude
Cost of a Full Biomarker Panel
Prices vary widely depending on the provider and what's included:
Direct-to-Consumer Services
- Function Health – ~$500/year (100+ biomarkers, membership model)
- Vibrant America – $300–$800 depending on panel
- LabCorp OnDemand – $150–$400 for comprehensive panels
- Quest Diagnostics – $100–$500+ depending on tests selected
Concierge/Longevity Clinics
- InsideTracker – $500–$700 for their Ultimate panel
- Life Extension – $200–$400 for comprehensive panels
- Marek Health – $300–$600+
What Affects Price
- Number of biomarkers (basic = 20–40, comprehensive = 100+)
- Whether it includes hormones, heavy metals, genetics
- If a physician consultation is included
- Insurance coverage (standard labs often covered; specialty tests rarely are)
Tips to Save Money
- LabCorp and Quest often run sales or discount codes
- Costco Health sometimes offers bundled lab deals
- Check if your primary care doctor can order key tests covered by insurance
Function Health is popular for value given the breadth of testing (~100+ markers) at a flat annual fee.
Would you like recommendations based on a specific health goal?