--- title: "How Vitals Vault Works | Blood Tests, Results & Your Health Dashboard" description: "See how Vitals Vault turns comprehensive blood testing into clear biomarker insights, personalized action plans, and practical follow-up steps." canonical: "https://www.vitalsvault.com/how-it-works" last-updated: 2026-08-22 --- # How Vitals Vault Works | Blood Tests, Results & Your Health Dashboard > See how Vitals Vault turns comprehensive blood testing into clear biomarker insights, personalized action plans, and practical follow-up steps. How Vitals Vault works # Get your blood work. *Understand what it means.* Start with 120+ biomarkers from $99. Visit Quest Diagnostics, then explore your results in a Functional Health Report with explanations and a history you can compare over time. [Compare panels](https://www.vitalsvault.com/checkout)[See what you receive](https://www.vitalsvault.com/how-it-works#your-experience) From $99 · One-time purchase · HSA/FSA eligible Inside Vitals Vault Click the image to explore ↗ 01 / Start with a blood draw ## Choose your tests. See the price upfront. Compare the tests included in each panel before you buy. Choose a full-body panel or build your own selection of tests, then visit Quest Diagnostics for your blood draw. 1. 1 ### Choose your tests See the biomarkers and price for Essential, Advanced, and Max. You can also choose individual tests from the catalog. 2. 2 ### Visit a lab near you Choose a Quest Diagnostics location that works for you. Follow the preparation instructions for your tests before your blood draw. [Find a lab ↗](https://www.vitalsvault.com/check-lab) 3. 3 ### Open your results Read your results and explanations in your account. You can return to them whenever you want to check a value or prepare for an appointment. Inside Vitals Vault Click the image to explore ↗ 02 / Put the numbers in context ## Understand the numbers behind your report. Your Functional Health Report organizes results by body system, with explanations alongside the numbers. Open an assessment to see the markers behind it. See how it works in the product screens below. Inside Vitals Vault Click the image to explore ↗ Find related results together, from heart health to hormones, instead of working through a list of unfamiliar test names. 03 / Compare over time ## See what changed since your last test. When you retest, your earlier results give you a point of comparison. Follow a marker over time and discuss changes with your clinician, including whether they call for follow-up. Inside Vitals Vault Click the image to explore ↗ Your health history ### Bring your past results with you. Already have blood work from another provider? Upload a supported lab PDF, review the extracted values, and add them to your timeline. Your next test can build on the history you already have. Inside Vitals Vault Click the image to explore ↗ PocketMD · Beta ### Ask about the result you’re looking at. Use PocketMD to explore a marker or ask how results relate to your health history. Its AI-assisted explanations can help you prepare questions for your clinician. Diagnosis and treatment decisions belong with a qualified healthcare provider. Inside Vitals Vault Click the image to explore ↗ Before you begin ## Clear answers before you order. How should I prepare for my blood draw? Follow the preparation instructions for your specific tests. If fasting is required, drink only water during the fasting period; coffee can affect results. Ask your prescribing clinician about medications and supplements before your appointment, and do not change them on your own. How much blood will be drawn? The number of tubes depends on the tests in your order. Several tests can use the same sample, so the biomarker count does not equal the number of tubes. If you feel anxious about needles or have fainted during a draw before, tell the Quest staff when you arrive. When will I get my results? Timing depends on the tests in your order. Some results take longer to process than others, so your results may not all become available at once. Check your account for updates and contact support if you have questions about an outstanding result. Why does my report show laboratory and functional ranges? Your report shows laboratory reference ranges alongside functional ranges used for educational interpretation. A value outside a displayed range does not by itself diagnose a condition or mean treatment is needed. Discuss your results with a clinician who can consider your symptoms, medications, and health history. How do I find a Quest Diagnostics location? Use Find a Lab to search for a nearby Quest Diagnostics location. Once your lab order is ready, follow the scheduling and preparation instructions provided with it. Check the location’s appointment availability and what you need to bring before your visit. Why do you ask about my health history? Your symptoms, medications, supplements, family history, and daily habits help put your results in context. Complete your health profile so that information is available alongside your lab results. It can also help you prepare questions for your clinician. Can I share my results with my doctor? Yes. Download your lab report as a PDF from your account and bring it to your appointment, or ask your clinician how they prefer to receive it. You can also refer to previous results when discussing what has changed. What does the Functional Health Report help me understand? The report explains what your biomarkers measure and groups results by body system. It includes educational guidance on food, activity, sleep, and other habits, with suggested next steps to discuss with your clinician. Use it to prepare for that conversation, including questions about results you do not understand. Where are my tests processed? Your blood draw and laboratory testing take place through Quest Diagnostics. Your results are available in your Vitals Vault account, where you can explore them alongside the explanations in your Functional Health Report. Do I need to get a referral before ordering? You do not need to arrange a separate referral before choosing a panel. Required lab orders are handled through the physician network. Complete the information requested after checkout so your order can be processed before you schedule your draw. Your first step ## Choose your starting point. Compare what each panel includes. Buy once, see your results, and decide when to test again. ### Essential $99 120+ biomarkers ### Advanced $199 140+ biomarkers ### Max $399 160+ biomarkers [Compare panels](https://www.vitalsvault.com/checkout) One-time purchase. No subscription required. --- Canonical HTML: https://www.vitalsvault.com/how-it-works - [llms.txt](https://www.vitalsvault.com/llms.txt) - [sitemap.xml](https://www.vitalsvault.com/sitemap.xml) - [Developer portal](https://www.vitalsvault.com/developers)