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FAQ: BATCheck vs. BAT Testing
BATCheck and BAT Testing are two parts of the same prevention system, both created to help you track brain health early, but focused on different stages of the process.
They work together, not interchangeably.
The Core Difference
| Feature | BATCheck™ | BAT Testing™ |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Detect upstream contributors that increase risk of protein buildup | Measure direct protein balance (Beta-Amyloid and Tau) |
| Age Range | 18+ (entry point for early prevention) | Typically mid-20s and older (after baseline biology is stable) |
| What It Measures | Metabolic, hormonal, vascular, inflammatory, and stress-related markers | Beta-Amyloid (Aβ42/40 ratio) and Tau (pTau181 or pTau217) |
| Goal | Identify and correct biological drift before protein imbalance occurs | Confirm whether protein drift has begun |
| Report Type | Preventive wellness and trend analysis | Laboratory-based quantitative report with BATScore™ |
| Access | Annual screening via insurance or self-pay | Provider-ordered lab test through CLIA-certified labs |
| Testing Type | Standard bloodwork (lipid, cortisol, inflammation, etc.) | Specialized biomarker assay (immunoassay or mass spectrometry) |
How They Work Together
The two tests are designed to complement one another through the BATWatch Preventive Cycle:
1. BATCheck identifies early stressors, metabolic friction, inflammation, hormonal imbalance, or vascular issues that can lead to Beta-Amyloid or Tau buildup later.
2. BAT Testing measures whether those proteins are actually drifting out of range.
3. BATScore then summarizes that balance numerically (0–100) for comparison over time.
BATCheck looks at the “why.” BAT Testing looks at the “what.” Together, they show the whole picture.
When to Start Each One
• BATCheck starts at age 18 for everyone, it’s the baseline for your brain health profile.
• BAT Testing typically begins in the mid-20s or later, once baseline biology is stable and you’re ready to track Beta-Amyloid and Tau balance.
• After the first BAT Testing baseline is established, BATCheck continues annually while full BAT Testing is repeated every 3–5 years or as clinically indicated.
Think of BATCheck as your annual maintenance scan and BAT Testing as your precision calibration.
Why They’re Separated
BATWatch intentionally separates these programs to:
• Keep access affordable, routine biomarker panels shouldn’t require specialized assays every time.
• Maintain lab-agnostic independence, no proprietary tests or markups.
• Ensure data integrity, each test serves a distinct analytic purpose.
• Prevent over-testing, most people don’t need frequent Beta-Amyloid/Tau panels.
The two programs are structured under one data standard, so they integrate seamlessly but remain compliant with medical, billing, and ethical standards.
Cost and Coverage
• BATCheck is available through insurance, independent labs, or capped self-pay pricing.
• BAT Testing is also insurance-eligible when ordered by a licensed provider, or available as a direct-access test at transparent cost.
• Both follow the same Cost Cap Policy, guaranteeing no surprise billing and full price disclosure before collection.
BATWatch itself does not bill insurance or profit from testing; all laboratory billing occurs directly through independent CLIA-certified facilities.
Which One Is Right for Me?
| Scenario | Recommended Test |
|---|---|
| Age 18–25 with no major health concerns | BATCheck™ only (upstream baseline) |
| 25–35 establishing first brain health baseline | BATCheck™ + BAT Testing™ (add BATScore™) |
| Age 40+ or history of metabolic/stress issues | Annual BATCheck™ + periodic BAT Testing™ |
| After completing a BATReset™ cycle | BATCheck™ 8–12 weeks post-cycle to verify improvement |
| Strong family history of neurodegenerative conditions | BATCheck™ annually + BAT Testing™ every 3 years |
The goal is continuous awareness, not over-testing.
How Results Are Used
• BATCheck results show trend direction, which systems are moving toward or away from biological drift.
• BAT Testing results confirm whether that drift is visible at the protein level.
• BATScore (from BAT Testing) quantifies drift intensity (0–100).
• Together, these guide preventive decisions through data, not fear or speculation.
Key Takeaway
BATCheck is the upstream compass.
BAT Testing is the downstream measurement.
Together, they form a complete feedback loop, from cause to confirmation to course correction.
One prevents drift.
The other proves it.