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Empirical Health

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Function Health

Both Function and Empirical track 100+ high-signal biomarkers. Read on to learn the differences.

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Feature Comparison

Empirical tests most of the same biomarkers as Function Health. But we don't stop with testing — we help you take action.

Feature Empirical Health Function Health
Price $190/year $365/year
Number of biomarkers 100+ 100+
ApoB (Apolipoprotein B)
Lp(a) (Lipoprotein(a))
hs-CRP (High-sensitivity CRP)
Full lipid panel
HbA1c
Vitamin B12 Add-on
Folate Add-on
Personalized nutrition plans  
Wearable integration  
Doctor consultation included  
Heart health risk scores  

100+ biomarkers for $190

Comprehensive testing of cardiovascular, metabolic, nutritional, and inflammatory function.

Lifetime heart attack risk
10-year heart attack risk
Non-HDL/Cholesterol Ratio
LDL/Cholesterol Ratio

My cholesterol has been high for several years. Empirical Health has helped me understand what this means for my health and how to improve it.

Teresa S.


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Get tested at any of 2,200+ locations.

Decode your health. Then act on it.

Function Health stops with testing. We help you act on your results.

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Nutrition Tracking

Log meals with AI-powered food recognition. Track the nutrients that matter for heart health—sodium, potassium, fiber, and saturated fat—aligned with DASH diet guidelines.

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Meal Recommendations

Personalized DASH-aligned meal suggestions based on dietary preferences and health goals. Making the heart-healthy choice the easy choice.

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Exercise Guidance

Integration with Apple Watch and other wearables to track activity. Personalized exercise plans that fit your fitness level.

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Sleep Optimization

Sleep tracking and insights to help you understand how rest impacts your heart health.

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Twice as much for half the price. That's Empirical Health.

100+ biomarkers. Doctor consultation included. Just $190.

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