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February 5, 2026
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Do I need a BioAge test?

A BioAge test can be genuinely useful if you’re curious about how your body is aging compared to your actual years, especially during times of change. Consider it if you have a family history of age-related diseases, are experiencing new symptoms that don’t fit your age, or are entering a major life stage—like menopause, retirement, or starting a new exercise or nutrition plan. It’s also worth considering if you’ve recently started medications that could affect your metabolism or overall health. In these situations, BioAge testing can help you understand whether your lifestyle or genetics are speeding up or slowing down your biological aging process.When paired with its usual partner tests—such as metabolic, cardiovascular, or inflammation markers—a BioAge result adds a big-picture perspective to your health story. It can reveal patterns that single tests might miss, showing how different systems in your body are working together over time. Repeat testing is most valuable if you’re making significant changes to your habits or treatments and want to track progress. If your health and lifestyle are stable, repeating the test often won’t add much new information. In short, BioAge testing is most helpful when you’re at a crossroads or seeking motivation for change, rather than as a routine check-in.

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If you’ve been postponing blood testing for years or feel frustrated by doctor appointments and limited lab panels, you are not alone. Standard healthcare is often reactive, focusing on testing only after symptoms appear or leaving patients in the dark.

Superpower flips that approach. We give you full insight into your body with over 100 biomarkers, personalized action plans, long-term tracking, and answers to your questions, so you can stay ahead of any health issues.

With physician-reviewed results, CLIA-certified labs, and the option for at-home blood draws, Superpower is designed for people who want clarity, convenience, and real accountability—all in one place.

Key benefits of BioAge Test

- Reveal your body’s biological age compared to your actual age. - Spot early signs of accelerated aging before symptoms appear. - Flag imbalances in key aging-related biomarkers for proactive health planning. - Guide lifestyle or treatment choices to slow aging and protect long-term health. - Track how your biological age changes over time with interventions. - Clarify risk for age-related conditions, supporting prevention and early action. - Empower yourself to make informed decisions for healthy aging and longevity.

What is BioAge Test

BioAge is a composite biomarker that estimates the biological age of your body, as opposed to your chronological age. It is not a single molecule or substance, but rather a calculated value based on a set of measurable indicators—such as blood markers, physical performance, and sometimes genetic or epigenetic data. These indicators are chosen because they change in predictable ways as we age, reflecting the cumulative effects of lifestyle, environment, and genetics on the body’s systems.

The main significance of BioAge is that it offers a snapshot of how well your body is functioning relative to your actual age. While your chronological age simply counts the years since birth, BioAge aims to capture the true state of your health and resilience. A lower BioAge suggests your body is aging more slowly, while a higher BioAge may indicate accelerated aging. This makes BioAge a powerful tool for understanding overall health, tracking the impact of lifestyle changes, and identifying early signs of age-related decline before symptoms appear.

Why is BioAge Test

BioAge is a composite biomarker that estimates the biological age of your body, rather than your chronological age. It reflects how well your organs, tissues, and cellular systems are functioning together, offering a snapshot of your overall physiological resilience and risk for age-related diseases. When BioAge is lower than your actual age, it suggests your body is aging more slowly, with systems like the heart, brain, and immune system working efficiently and in harmony.

Most people fall within a range where BioAge closely matches their calendar age, but optimal health is often seen when BioAge trends slightly lower. When BioAge is significantly lower, it usually means strong metabolic health, robust cardiovascular function, and lower inflammation. People in this range often feel energetic, recover quickly from stress, and have fewer chronic symptoms. In children and teens, a lower BioAge simply reflects healthy development, while in adults, it signals resilience against age-related decline.

A higher BioAge, on the other hand, indicates that the body’s systems are under more strain than expected for your years. This can show up as fatigue, slower recovery, memory lapses, or increased susceptibility to infections. Over time, a high BioAge is linked to greater risk for conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. In women, accelerated BioAge may also affect reproductive health and menopause timing.

Ultimately, BioAge weaves together signals from metabolism, inflammation, organ function, and cellular repair. It’s a powerful lens on how your lifestyle, genetics, and environment shape your long-term health trajectory, highlighting opportunities to support healthy aging across all body systems.

What insights will I get from BioAge Test

BioAge is a composite measure that estimates how “old” your body behaves biologically compared with your calendar age. It integrates patterns across many biomarkers linked to metabolism, inflammation, vascular integrity, organ reserve, and repair capacity to approximate system-wide aging, not just lifespan but healthspan—how long you function well.

Low values usually reflect a biological age that is younger than your actual age. This often indicates better-preserved vascular function, more efficient energy metabolism, lower chronic inflammatory tone, and more robust organ and immune reserve for your age group. In younger adults, a very low BioAge mainly confirms that aging-related changes are still minimal.

Being in range suggests your biological age is broadly aligned with your chronological age. This implies that, for your current life stage, your cardiometabolic system, cognitive-related markers, and repair and detoxification systems are aging at an expected pace. Many algorithms are calibrated so that “optimal” tends to cluster slightly below chronological age, reflecting typical aging with some preserved resilience.

High values usually reflect a biological age that is older than your calendar age. This often aligns with higher inflammatory activity, more metabolic strain (such as insulin resistance or dyslipidemia), stiffer blood vessels, or reduced organ reserve. System-level effects can include lower stress resilience, slower recovery, and higher long-term risk for cardiovascular, cognitive, or metabolic disease, even when single lab values still sit in the “normal” range.

Notes: BioAge is model-dependent. Different algorithms weigh biomarkers differently and may be influenced by sex, ethnicity, medication use, acute illness, and the specific lab methods used.

BioAge Test and your health

BioAge is an estimate of how “old” your body acts biologically compared with your calendar age, integrating signals from metabolism, inflammation, cardiovascular health, and cellular stress.

Energy & Muscles

A higher BioAge than your real age often reflects slower mitochondrial function, chronic inflammation, or poor glucose control—showing up as fatigue, slower recovery, and loss of muscle strength (sarcopenia). Low protein intake, low vitamin D, or low testosterone/estrogen frequently contribute.

Brain & Mood

An older BioAge is linked to reduced cognitive speed, brain fog, and higher risk of depression or anxiety, often driven by vascular issues, chronic stress (high cortisol), poor sleep, or B12/folate deficiency affecting nerve health.

Metabolism & Hormones

Advanced BioAge commonly tracks with insulin resistance, central weight gain, and unfavorable lipids. Thyroid dysfunction, excess visceral fat, and fatty liver (non‑alcoholic fatty liver disease) are typical biological drivers.

Heart, Vessels & Inflammation

A higher BioAge suggests stiffer arteries, higher blood pressure, and more systemic inflammation (elevated CRP, homocysteine), increasing long‑term cardiovascular risk.

Tracking BioAge helps you see whether your lifestyle and medical conditions are aging your body faster or slower—and gives an early, actionable signal to protect long‑term healthspan.

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How it works
What should I expect during a blood draw?
  • A trained phlebotomist will guide you through the process.
  • A tourniquet is placed on your arm, the site is cleaned, and a small needle is used to collect blood into one or more tubes.
  • Results are usually ready in about a week.
  • Most people feel only a quick pinch.
  • The needle is removed, gentle pressure is applied, and a bandage is placed.
How do I prepare for a blood draw?
  • Drink plenty of water beforehand — hydration makes veins easier to find.
  • Wear loose sleeves so your arm is easy to access.
  • Follow any fasting instructions you’ve been given.
  • Let us know if you’re on medications, have fainted before, or have needle anxiety.
What should I do after my blood draw?
  • Press gently on the site for a few minutes.
  • Keep the bandage on for 4-6 hours.
  • Skip heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for the rest of the day.
  • Drink extra water to rehydrate.
  • Monitor the site for redness, swelling, or pain.
How do I book a blood draw with Superpower?

Your membership includes:

  • An annual full body test and report across 100+ biomarkers
  • A personalized action plan to optimize your biomarkers and reach your health goals
  • A dashboard to centralize your health data and track changes across a lifetime
  • Access to a health concierge for questions on your plan and help scheduling
  • Plus a marketplace of curated health products and services cheaper than amazon

Many concierge clinics charge $10k – $100k for their services, we’ve built technology to make the world’s best healthcare as accessible as possible via an all-in-one membership.

Where can I take my blood test?

Superpower is currently available in the following US states:

  • Alabama
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  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • District of Columbia
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Kansas
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • Ohio
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  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • South Carolina
  • Tennessee
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  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
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Does Superpower replace my primary care provider?

Superpower specializes in prevention-based testing and treatments and is not intended for emergency or immediate health issues.

While you will have a Superpower care team, your annual membership is designed to complement a primary care doctor if you have one, not replace them.

We are happy to help you share any test results with an outside provider to ensure you receive well-rounded medical care.

How fast are blood test results and how do I read them?

Your annual lab test panel takes about a week to process. We will text you as soon as they become available in your dashboard. Other types of tests may have different testing windows. The Superpower concierge is your own health assistant who helps answer your questions on your results, ensure smooth scheduling, coordination of any office-based tests and navigating you to interface with your care team.

Does Superpower accept health insurance?

Superpower membership and products are all eligible for HSA/FSA funding.

We see Superpower like a gym membership for those committed to prevention and performance. Superpower is a bridge between wellness and healthcare. Health insurance traditionally focuses on reactive care whereas, at Superpower, we believe it’s never too early to start looking out for your long-term health.

What if I want more than 1 blood test per year?

Absolutely — you're not limited to just one. Your membership includes one comprehensive 100+ biomarker blood test each year, but if you'd like to track your progress more closely, you can add extra tests at any time. Each additional full-panel test come at an additional cost. You can order as many as you'd like throughout the year.

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Frequently Asked Questions about BioAge Test

What is BioAgebiomarker and why is it important in health?

BioAge, or biological age, measures how well your body is functioning compared to your actual age, reflecting the impact of lifestyle, genetics, and disease on aging; it helps assess overall health and risk for age-related conditions.

How does a BioAge test help diagnose specific conditions?

BioAge tests don’t diagnose specific diseases; they estimate biological aging to flag elevated risk for cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, dementia, frailty/osteoporosis, chronic kidney disease, and some cancers. This risk profiling supports earlier targeted screening and prevention, complements clinical findings, and helps identify and monitor at-risk individuals.

What are the symptoms and risks associated with abnormal BioAge levels?

High BioAge (accelerated aging): fatigue, frailty, cognitive slowing, poor recovery; linked to higher risks of CVD, diabetes, dementia, cancer, fractures, and early mortality (women: cardiometabolic/osteoporosis risk; children: growth and mental-health impacts). Low BioAge is typically asymptomatic and protective; no unique risks known.

What causes BioAge levels to become abnormal?

BioAge shifts with genetics; lifestyle (smoking, inactivity, poor diet, alcohol, sleep loss); environmental stressors (pollution, toxins, chronic stress); and medical factors (obesity, diabetes, CVD, inflammation, infections). Procedures/meds (chemo, radiation, steroids, major surgery) and demographics (age, sex/menopause, ethnicity) influence levels; high fitness or caloric restriction can lower them.

How should I prepare for a BioAge test and what do the results mean?

Follow your kit’s instructions: some require fasting, a morning sample, avoiding alcohol/strenuous exercise, and no eating/teeth brushing shortly beforehand; stay hydrated. Results: low BioAge (younger than your chronological age) suggests favorable risk, normal aligns with age, high indicates elevated risk; interpret with other labs, trends, and clinical context.

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