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Cost of a Full Biomarker Panel
Prices vary widely depending on what's included and where you get it:
DIY/Direct-to-Consumer Options
- Ulta Lab Tests – $50–$300 for comprehensive panels; very affordable, no doctor needed
- Any Lab Test Now – $100–$400 depending on panel depth
- Life Extension – $75–$250 for their comprehensive panels, often on sale
Mid-Range Options
- Function Health – ~$500/year membership, covers 100+ biomarkers (good value for breadth)
- InsideTracker – $300–$700 depending on the tier
- Viome – $300–$400 (focuses on gut + blood markers)
Premium/Comprehensive Options
- Marek Health – $300–$800+, very thorough with physician oversight
- Cleveland HeartLab / Quest Diagnostics – $200–$600 through providers
- Fountain Life – $3,000–$25,000+ (executive-level full-body assessment)
Key Factors Affecting Price:
- Number of markers tested
- Whether a physician consultation is included
- Frequency of testing
- Specialty markers (hormones, genetics, microbiome)
Best value recommendation: Function Health for breadth, or Ulta Lab Tests if you want to pick specific markers affordably.
Would you like help narrowing down based on your specific health goals?