From blood draw to health trajectory.
BioArc structures your blood work into a longitudinal record. Two complementary data systems, consistent cadence, and captured context turn routine labs into a continuous health narrative.
Two systems, one record.
BioArc separates your controlled tracking program from physician-ordered labs. Each serves a different purpose. Together, they build a complete picture.
System A
Controlled tracking
This is your primary system of record. Fixed marker set, consistent quarterly cadence, same lab provider, controlled fasting conditions. System A is where trend analysis and anomaly detection happen.
—Fixed panel: ApoB, hs-CRP, fasting insulin (quarterly)
—Annual additions: Lp(a), HbA1c, testosterone, vitamin D
—Same lab, same conditions, same time of day
—Context captured with every draw
System B
Physician-ordered labs
A secondary, external dataset. Broader but inconsistent panel composition, variable timing, diagnostic intent. System B validates trends observed in System A and provides additional markers.
—Standard panels: lipid, CMP, CBC, TSH, liver enzymes
—Variable cadence driven by clinical need
—Used for cross-reference and validation
—Does not determine System A cadence or schema
Numbers without context are just numbers.
Every lab draw in BioArc is paired with structured context tags. This is what transforms isolated values into interpretable data points.
Fasting status
Hours fasted. A 10-hour vs 14-hour fast can meaningfully shift glucose and insulin values.
Sleep quality
Poor sleep elevates cortisol and inflammatory markers. Knowing this prevents false alarms.
Exercise intensity
Heavy training 24 hours before a draw can spike CK, liver enzymes, and hs-CRP transiently.
Alcohol intake
Even moderate alcohol within 48 hours affects liver enzymes and triglycerides.
Illness status
Active infection or recent illness dramatically raises hs-CRP. Flagging this prevents misinterpretation.
Stress level
Chronic stress affects cortisol, insulin sensitivity, and inflammatory markers over weeks.
Collection protocol.
Consistency matters more than perfection. Following the same protocol each quarter makes your data comparable across time.
Morning draw preferred — hormones and metabolic markers have diurnal variation.
10–12 hour fast — insulin and glucose require fasting for comparable baselines.
No alcohol 24 hours prior — affects liver enzymes and triglycerides.
No intense exercise 24 hours prior — can transiently spike inflammatory markers.
Capture sleep quality and stress context at time of draw.
Same lab provider whenever possible — assay variation between labs is real.
How BioArc interprets your data.
Trends over single values
A single reading is a data point. Three or more readings at consistent intervals is a trend. BioArc calculates direction (increasing, decreasing, stable) and rate of change across your history.
Persistence over isolated deviations
One elevated reading is interesting. Two consecutive elevated readings warrant attention. BioArc flags persistent patterns and discounts isolated spikes when context explains them.
Personal baseline over population ranges
Population reference ranges tell you what's normal for millions of people. Your personal baseline tells you what's normal for you. BioArc builds and refines that baseline with every draw.
Context before conclusions
Before flagging an anomaly, BioArc checks context. An hs-CRP spike tagged with "recovering from flu" is treated differently than one tagged with "normal health, good sleep."
Common questions
Is BioArc a medical device or diagnostic tool?
No. BioArc is a data tracking and visualization tool. It does not diagnose, treat, or provide medical recommendations. It structures your biomarker data so you and your physician can make better-informed decisions together.
How often should I get blood work done?
BioArc is designed around a quarterly cadence for core markers (ApoB, hs-CRP, fasting insulin). This provides enough data density for trend detection without over-testing. Annual markers like Lp(a) and HbA1c are tracked less frequently.
Do I need a special lab or doctor?
No. Any standard clinical lab can run the panels BioArc tracks. You can order through your physician or use direct-to-consumer lab services. Consistency matters more than the specific lab — try to use the same provider across draws.
Why these specific biomarkers?
The core panel (ApoB, hs-CRP, fasting insulin) was selected for high signal-to-noise ratio, relevance to cardiovascular and metabolic risk, responsiveness to lifestyle changes, and affordability for repeated testing. These three markers cover the dominant causes of chronic disease.
What does 'context' mean and why does it matter?
Context is metadata captured alongside each blood draw: fasting hours, sleep quality, stress level, recent exercise, alcohol intake, illness status. Without context, an elevated hs-CRP could be a cold or a chronic trend — you can't tell. Context is what separates signal from noise.
How much does quarterly blood work cost?
BioArc is designed for a target annual budget of approximately $1,000 for self-ordered labs. Many of the core markers are also covered by insurance when ordered through a physician. The tool itself will be free during early access.
Can I import lab results from my doctor?
Phase 1 supports manual entry. PDF and structured data import (HL7/FHIR) is planned for Phase 4. Doctor-ordered labs are tracked as System B data — useful for cross-validation but separate from your controlled quarterly cadence.
Who owns my data?
You do. BioArc uses local-first storage. Your biomarker data lives on your own infrastructure and can be exported or deleted at any time. We never sell or share health data.
Ready to start tracking?
Join the waitlist for early access. Your first quarterly draw becomes the foundation of your personal health baseline.