A new startup, Superpower, has unveiled a first-of-its-kind super-app aimed at transforming how individuals monitor and manage their health. By combining comprehensive lab tests with cutting-edge technology, Superpower promises a clearer, more informed path to personal health.

Comprehensive Testing and Personalized Insights

At a membership fee of $499, users can access biannual lab tests that measure over 100 blood biomarkers spread across 21 categories. This extensive analysis goes beyond what traditional physicals offer, allowing members to understand their health in a more nuanced way. Tests can be performed from home or at one of Superpower’s 2,000 partner laboratories located throughout the United States.

AI-Driven Health Management

Superpower utilizes an innovative web application that processes lab results in conjunction with personal medical histories, fitness data, and genetic information. Through the use of artificial intelligence, the app generates tailored health overviews and identifies potential health concerns. Users receive actionable strategies designed to empower them in managing their health effectively.

A Personal Journey to Health Innovation

Founded in 2023 by Jacob Peters, Max Marchione, and Kevin Unkrich, Superpower was born from the founders’ struggles with the healthcare system. Peters incurred $2 million in medical expenses while facing severe undiagnosed conditions; Marchione dealt with multiple misdiagnoses from over 20 healthcare professionals; Unkrich lost a close friend to a brain tumor shortly before a scheduled MRI. These experiences highlight a pervasive issue: as noted by the American Hospital Association, 40% of Americans have health conditions that could be addressed earlier with better information.

Enhancing Health Management with Advanced Testing

Superpower’s lab tests analyze critical health markers, including nutrient levels, hormonal balance, and metabolic health—factors influential in energy levels, reproductive health, and chronic illness risks. Additional specialty tests, such as gut microbiome analyses and advanced cancer screenings (like those provided by Grail), are available for an extra fee.

Connecting Members with Integrated Healthcare

The app features metrics such as the Superpower Score and biological age to track users’ health progress and highlight improvement areas. Upon receiving personalized results, members gain access to a marketplace filled with healthcare service providers, along with a 24/7 hybrid concierge care team—comprising AI and human support—for personalized guidance.

Redefining Healthcare Access

Peters stated, “This is really just where the journey starts,” emphasizing that Superpower aims to act as a comprehensive initial touchpoint for health management, bridging the existing gaps in healthcare accessibility. By consolidating health resources, the service aspires to become a lifelong health ally for its users.

Future Plans and Funding

In conjunction with its launch, Superpower has announced a $30 million Series A funding round led by Forerunner, with contributions from high-profile investors like Vanessa Hudgens, Steve Aoki, and NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo. Practicing strategic expansion, Superpower currently has 150,000 individuals on its waitlist and plans to further democratize health information by making its platform available through both web and mobile applications in the future.