Frequently asked questions
What is biological age and how is it different from chronological age?
What is biological age and how is it different from chronological age?
Chronological age is the number of years you have been alive. Biological age reflects how old your cells and organs actually are, which can differ significantly depending on genetics, lifestyle, nutrition, sleep, and stress. Two people the same age can have a 10 to 20 year difference in biological age.
What biomarkers are used to calculate biological age?
What biomarkers are used to calculate biological age?
Our biological age panel uses a validated composite of blood markers including albumin, creatinine, CRP, glucose, white blood cell count, red cell distribution width, mean cell volume, alkaline phosphatase, and lymphocyte percentage to predict functional age.
Can I reduce my biological age?
Can I reduce my biological age?
Yes. Exercise particularly resistance training, dietary quality, quality sleep, stress management, and targeted supplementation have all been shown to reduce biological age markers in clinical studies. Retesting every 6 to 12 months allows you to measure your progress.
How does the biological age test differ from a DNA methylation test?
How does the biological age test differ from a DNA methylation test?
A blood-based biological age test uses functional biomarkers that reflect current physiological health and can change within months in response to lifestyle. DNA methylation testing measures chemical changes to your DNA that accumulate with age and requires a different sample type.