If you’re already familiar with biomarker testing, biological age, and personalized health plans, you know the future of medicine is proactive. You’re looking for the platform that gives you the deepest data and the most actionable insights.
This guide quickly walks you through the core difference between basic annual labs and the advanced, science-backed approach Function Health uses to get you from data to lasting health improvements.
1. The Core Difference: 100+ Markers, Always
The goal of advanced biomarker testing is to catch issues years before they become diseases. Function Health is purpose-built for this deep-dive approach:
Standard Annual Checkups: These typically cover 20-30 basic markers (like cholesterol and basic blood counts). They are great for diagnosing current disease but poor for early prevention.
The Function Health Standard: Function’s membership begins with its 100+ comprehensive biomarker panel. This isn’t just a basic check—it’s a deep exploration into your hormones, metabolic health, inflammation, vitamin stores, and much more. This depth gives the medical team a complete, 360-degree view of your body’s function.
Function Health ensures you test the same extensive panel every year, allowing you to track subtle shifts that matter for longevity, like changes in your biological age and inflammation markers.
2. From Data to A Personalized Action Plan
The most critical step in this journey is moving beyond the raw PDF results. This is where Function Health shines by integrating clinical analysis directly into your experience.
The Three-Step Function Health Journey:
Step 1: The Lab Draw (Convenience)
Booking: You purchase your Function Health membership, and an affiliated clinician orders your extensive 100+ lab panel.
Testing: Labs are performed conveniently at one of 3,000+ Quest Diagnostics locations nationwide. Simply walk in, get the draw, and you’re done.
Cost: All testing is covered under your membership fee and is offered with insurance-free, transparent pricing, making it HSA/FSA eligible.
Step 2: The Data Dashboard (Clarity)
Your results are typically ready in about a week. Instead of a confusing PDF, your results are loaded into the easy-to-read Function Health Dashboard.
Every single biomarker is explained clearly, showing where your results fall on a spectrum of Optimal vs. Standard reference ranges. The goal isn’t just “not sick,” it’s optimal health.
Step 3: The Clinical Insights (Action)
Function Health’s medical team (made up of PhDs and MDs) analyzes your data. They look for patterns and connections between your 100+ markers that a typical primary care doctor might miss.
Your dashboard delivers a personalized, step-by-step Action Plan. This plan provides clear guidance on:
- Dietary adjustments
- Fitness recommendations
- Supplement suggestions
- Lifestyle changes
This integrated analysis is the biggest difference: it’s not just a lab test; it’s a guided roadmap for optimizing your health, backed by experts.
Ready to Elevate Your Health Tracking?
If you are committed to preventative, longevity-focused health, choosing a platform that prioritizes deep, actionable data is essential.
Function Health gives you the industry-leading biomarker depth and the clinical insights you need to confidently take control of your health journey.
