Functional Lab Testing
Where I Start
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA): A Deep Look at What Your Body is Holding On To
HTMA stands for Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis. It’s a functional test that analyzes a small sample of hair to uncover your body’s last 3 months of mineral status, metabolic patterns, and heavy metal burden — things bloodwork often misses.
HTMA can help uncover:
Adrenal stress and burnout patterns
Sluggish detoxification pathways
Hidden copper or iron imbalances
Mineral imbalances linked to anxiety, insomnia, and inflammation
Heavy metal exposure (mercury, aluminum, lead)
Blood sugar and thyroid stress patterns
Why Minerals Matter
Energy production
Hormonal balance
Thyroid and adrenal function
Sleep and stress resilience
Mood and mental health
Digestive function
Detoxification
Blood sugar regulation
What HTMA Can Reveal (That Blood Often Can’t)
Think of HTMA like a stress and mineral blueprint. It doesn’t just show what’s “low” or “high” — it gives us insight into how your body is adapting to stress, what minerals are being depleted as a result, and whether toxic metals may be interfering with your health.
Some key things HTMA can help identify:
- Adrenal burnout or sluggish metabolism
- Chronic stress patterns
- Copper or iron imbalance (often missed in bloodwork)
- Hidden sources behind inflammation
- Poor detox capacity or sluggish liver
- Heavy metal accumulation (like mercury, aluminum, arsenic)
- Blood sugar dysregulation
- Mineral imbalances driving anxiety, insomnia, and fatigue
- Behavior patterns in children as well as adults
- Lack of calming or vitality minerals
- Thyroid issues that look normal on blood but we can see why the cells are not absorbing the hormones.
- Supplementation that could be antogonistic to important minerals
What to Expect with an HTMA Test
Simple collection
You collect a small sample of hair (from the scalp or nape) at home.
Lab analysis
Your sample is sent to a certified lab to assess 20+ minerals and toxic metals. I use a lab that does not wash the hair once they recieve it, preserving the integrity of the sample.
Results + personalized protocol
I review your results and create a step-by-step plan to restore balance, rebuild resilience, and support detox at the pace your body can handle.
Additional Advanced Testing Options
Additional Advanced Testing Options
While HTMA provides a powerful foundation for understanding your mineral balance and overall stress patterns, deeper insight can be gained through complimentary testing. Depending on your gut symptoms and digestion, I may recommend the following:
Organic Acids Testing (OAT)
Organic Acids Testing offers a comprehensive look at how your body is functioning on a cellular level. By analyzing metabolic byproducts in urine, this test provides insight into key areas that directly impact energy, mood, and overall health.
OAT testing can help identify:
- Nutrient deficiencies, including B vitamins and amino acids
- Mitochondrial function and energy production issues
- Gut imbalances such as yeast or bacterial overgrowth
- Neurotransmitter patterns that may affect mood, focus, and sleep
- Detoxification capacity and oxidative stress levels
This test is especially valuable for individuals dealing with chronic fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, or mood imbalances, as it helps uncover root causes that are often missed with standard testing.
IgG Food SensitivityTesting
IgG testing helps identify delayed food sensitivities that may be contributing to chronic inflammation and a wide range of unexplained symptoms. Unlike immediate food allergies, these sensitivities can be subtle and develop over time, making them difficult to pinpoint without testing.
IgG testing can help uncover:
- Foods that may be triggering inflammation in the body
- Hidden contributors to digestive discomfort such as bloating, gas, or irregularity
- Potential links to headaches, fatigue, skin issues, or joint pain
- Patterns that may be affecting immune function and overall wellness
By identifying and temporarily removing reactive foods, we can reduce inflammation, support gut healing, and create a more personalized nutrition plan that allows your body to function at its best.
Starting At $350
Mineral Analysis Package
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)
Investment: $350
Includes:
• Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis lab test
• Comprehensive mineral analysis report
• Personalized nutrition and lifestyle recommendations
• 30-minute Zoom consultation to review results
$3,000
3-Month Root Cause Reset Package
Investment: $3,000
This program provides a deep look at minerals, detox pathways, gut health, and immune reactions to food while providing guided support to implement your protocol.
Includes:
• 2 Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)- Initial test and Retest at 3 months
• Organic Acids Test (OAT) – metabolic and gut health markers
• IgG Food Explorer™ (250+ foods) – immune-mediated food sensitivities
$5,000
6-Month Deep Healing Program
Investment: $5,000
Designed for clients needing longer-term support to correct deeper mineral imbalances and chronic health concerns.
Includes:
• 2 Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)
• Organic Acids Test (OAT)
• IgG Food Explorer™ (250+ foods)
Not sure where to start? Let’s chat.