Toxic elements may be 200 to 300 times more highly concentrated in hair than in blood or urine. Therefore, hair is the tissue of choice for detection of recent exposure to elements such as arsenic, aluminum, cadmium, lead, antimony and mercury.
The CDC acknowledges the value of hair mercury levels as a maternal and infant marker for exposure to neurotoxic methylmercury from fish.
Through recent vast improvements in technology, instrumentation and application of scientific protocols, hair element analysis has become a valuable tool for providing dependable and useful data for physicians and their patients.
It should not be considered a stand-alone diagnostic test for essential element function, and should be used in conjunction with patient symptoms and other laboratory tests.
Once you have paid for your test, you will receive instructions on how to provide a hair sample.
Hair Mineral Analysis Test
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will it take for my order to arrive?
All products are shipped within 1 working day via relevant courier.
Is taking the sample difficult?
Your test kit includes detailed instructions, and everything you need to easily take a sample.
How do I return the sample?
Your test kit includes detailed shipping instructions and labels for courier return at no extra cost to you.