Empirical Health vs Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual
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
Empirical Health
52.6 biomarkers per $100
Most Comprehensive
Tie
100+ biomarkers each
Most Tests Per Year
Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual
2 tests/year
Cost & Value Comparison
Empirical Health
Annual Cost$190
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers100+
Cost per Test$190
Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual
Annual Cost$499
Tests per Year2
Total Biomarkers100+
Cost per Test$250
Service Details
| Feature | Empirical Health | Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Locations | 2200+ locations | At-home phlebotomist, 60+ cities |
| Key Features | Personalized MD video visit included, doctor messaging, custom nutrition plan, exercise routines, mobile app | 100+ biomarkers across 17 panels, blood and urine, advanced lipids, hormones, heavy metals, autoimmunity screening, Advanced Blood Age |
| Notes | $190 per test with MD video visit included. Single lab visit. HSA/FSA eligible | $499/year: one comprehensive test plus a 60+ biomarker follow-up. This is the tier the 100+ biomarker figure belongs to; the $99 Essential plan covers 60+. Adds advanced lipid analysis, inflammation, hormone health, iron status, omega fatty acids, heavy metals, autoimmunity and urine analysis. Some press cites 120+ biomarkers versus the 100+ shown on the buy page. |
Biomarker Coverage Comparison
65
Tests in Common
20
Only in Empirical Health
41
Only in Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual
Tests Only in Empirical Health
- VLDL Cholesterol(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Folate(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1)(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL/HDL Ratio(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- ApoB/ApoA1 Ratio(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- De Ritis Ratio (AST/ALT)(Liver Function)
- Albumin/Globulin Ratio (A/G)(Kidney Function)
- Urine Bacteria(Urinalysis)
- Squamous Epithelial Cells (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Transitional Epithelial Cells (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Renal Epithelial Cells (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Hyaline Casts (Urine)(Urinalysis)
8 more
- Urine Crystals(Urinalysis)
- Calcium Oxalate Crystals (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Uric Acid Crystals (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Triple Phosphate Crystals (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Yeast (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Band Neutrophils(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Reactive Lymphocytes(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Reducing Substances (Urine)(Urinalysis)
Tests Only in Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual
- ABO Blood Type(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- LDL Particle Number(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL Particle Size(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase)(Liver Function)
- Free T3 (Triiodothyronine)(Thyroid Function)
- TPO Antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase)(Thyroid Function)
- Thyroglobulin Antibodies(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))
29 more
- FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- LH (Luteinizing Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- Prolactin(Sex Hormones (Female))
- AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- Homocysteine(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
- Methylmalonic Acid(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Cortisol(Stress & Adrenal Function)
- Omega-3 Index / Fatty Acids(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Arachidonic Acid / EPA Ratio(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Heavy Metals - Lead(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Heavy Metals - Mercury(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- ANA Screen (Antinuclear Antibodies)(Autoimmune Markers)
- ANA Titer(Autoimmune Markers)
- ANA Pattern(Autoimmune Markers)
- Rheumatoid Factor (RF)(Autoimmune Markers)
- HDL Subfractions (Large/Small)(Additional Specialized Tests)
- Zinc(Electrolytes & Minerals)
- Lipase(Liver Function)
- Leptin(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Omega-6 Total(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Linoleic Acid(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Arachidonic Acid(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Urine Albumin(Urinalysis)
- LDL Small(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL Medium(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL Pattern(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL Peak Size(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Omega-6/Omega-3 Ratio(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Amylase(Pancreas & Digestive)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Empirical Health or Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual?
Empirical Health is cheaper at $190/year, compared with $499/year for Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual.
How much do Empirical Health and Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual cost per year?
Empirical Health costs $190/year for 1 test ($190 per test). Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual costs $499/year for 2 tests ($250 per test).
Which tests more biomarkers, Empirical Health or Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual?
Both list 100+ biomarkers. Of the markers in our database, 65 are in both panels.
Which gives more biomarkers per dollar, Empirical Health or Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual?
Empirical Health gives more biomarkers per dollar: 52.6 per $100 of annual cost, compared with 20.0 for Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual. Count alone does not decide it; check whether the markers you need are included.
What does Empirical Health test that Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual doesn't?
20 markers in our database are in Empirical Health's panel but not Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual's, including VLDL Cholesterol, Folate, Apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1), and 17 more.
What does Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual test that Empirical Health doesn't?
41 markers in our database are in Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual's panel but not Empirical Health's, including ABO Blood Type, LDL Particle Number, LDL Particle Size, and 38 more.
How many tests per year do Empirical Health and Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual include?
Empirical Health includes 1 test per year. Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual includes 2 tests per year.
Where do Empirical Health and Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual draw blood?
Empirical Health: 2200+ locations. Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual: At-home phlebotomist, 60+ cities.
Can I use insurance with Empirical Health or Ultrahuman Blood Vision Annual?
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.