Learn All About HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis)

BY Rick Fischer
MINERAL & HEALTH WEBSITE

"HTMA is the best lab tool to detect copper toxicity and its effect on the broader nutrient mineral pattern that is related to both physical and mental health."
~Dr Malter, PhD”

The comprehensive FAQ section below is your ultimate guide to many of the most common questions asked about HTMA. 

  • Why is Blood Not a Reliable Marker of Mineral Status?

  • Why is Hair Testing a Better Option for Understanding One's Mineral Status?

  • Why is HTMA Not More Commonly Used?  Is it a Legitimate Test? Is it a Scam? I've Read Conflicting Things About It.

  • Not all "Hair Analysis" is the same!  Learn Why it's Crucial to Order the Right Kind of Hair Analysis and From the Right Lab.

  • Why You Still Very Likely Have Mineral Imbalances Even if Your Eat Healthy!

  • How Mineral Levels Are Inter-related?

  • Key Mineral Ratios and What They Tell You About Your Health

  • Some labs offer a 'Profile 1' and a 'Profile 2'.  What's the Difference, and isn't a Profile 2 Good Enough?

  • What Are Key Things to Look Out For When Choosing an HTMA Practitioner?

  • If I Know I Have Toxic Metals, Can't I Just Chelate Them Out?

  • What Conditions Are Typically Affected By A Mineral Imbalance?

  • If copper toxicity isn't my issue, do I still need an HTMA test?