What is EHA?

HTMA is a laboratory method used to evaluate the long-term mineral balance of the body and exposure to heavy metals.
Hair accumulates minerals over 8–12 weeks, making it a natural “record” of metabolic processes.

HTMA can help assess:

• levels of macro- and trace minerals,
• long-term exposure to heavy metals,
• indicators of metabolic rate,
• stress response patterns,
• mineral balance supporting the nervous, hormonal and energy systems.

Yes — as a method for evaluating long-term mineral trends and environmental exposure.
It is not a diagnostic test, but a functional biomarker that reflects mineral balance and metabolism over time.

• Blood shows your current state.
• Hair reflects long-term trends (8–12 weeks).

The body tightly regulates mineral levels in blood, even in deficiency.
This means HTMA can reveal imbalances that may not appear in blood tests

Yes. HTMA is widely used for assessing long-term exposure to:

• arsenic,
• mercury,
• lead,
• cadmium.

Differences relate mainly to physiology (hormones, thyroid, metabolism), but reference ranges are the same for both genders.
Variability relates to certain mineral ratios (e.g., Ca/Mg, Na/K), not separate norms.

• Avoid colouring your hair for at least 4–6 weeks.
• Wash hair with a simple shampoo (no conditioner, oils or masks).
• Do not use styling products on the day of sampling.
• Cut hair from the nape area, close to the scalp.

Yes — therefore we recommend:

• at least 4 weeks after your last colouring,
• or cutting an undyed section of hair if available.

Standard turnaround time: 7–14 business days, depending on shipping country.

No.
HTMA is not a diagnostic tool. It supports:

• long-term mineral assessment,
• metabolic insights,
• evaluation of environmental exposure,
• monitoring lifestyle and dietary changes.

It works best alongside blood tests and medical consultation.

Yes — one of its strongest applications.
Repeating HTMA every 4–6 months helps assess:

• effects of supplementation,
• lifestyle changes,
• improvement in mineral balance,
• reduction of heavy-metal burden.

Yes. It is a non-invasive test requiring only a small hair sample.

1. Bass D.A., et al. (2001)
   Trace Element Analysis in Hair: Factors Determining Accuracy, Precision and Reliability.
   Laboratory Medicine.
2. Watts D.L. (2001)
   Accuracy of Hair Mineral Analysis.
   Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).

3. Nakamura T., et al. (2018)
   Statistical Resolution for Large Variabilities in Hair Mineral Measurements.
   PLoS ONE.

4. Chojnacka K., Mikulewicz M. (2023)
   Chemical Elements in Hair and Their Association with Health Conditions: A Systematic Review.
   International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

5. Cortés Toro E., et al. (1993)
   The Significance of Hair Mineral Analysis as a Means for Assessing Internal Body Burdens of Environmental Pollutants.
   Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry.

6. ATSDR / US EPA / WHO – Environmental Biomonitoring Guidance
   Hair is recognised as an appropriate tissue for assessing environmental exposure to heavy metals.
7. Harkins D.K., Susten A.S. (2003)
   Hair Analysis: Exploring the State of the Science.
   Environmental Health Perspectives.

8. Kempson I., Lombi E. (2011)
   Hair analysis as a biomonitor for toxicology, disease and health status.
   Chemical Society Reviews.

Yes. Blood tests show the current state, while HTMA reveals long-term mineral trends. Chronic deficiencies or metabolic imbalances may exist despite normal blood results.

Most commonly every 3–6 months. This interval allows assessment of whether changes in diet, supplementation, or lifestyle affect the body’s mineral balance.

The most common mistakes include:

• focusing exclusively on individual elements,
• ignoring mineral ratios,
• treating HTMA as a diagnostic test rather than a functional tool.

Liquid form ensures high bioavailability — the mineral bypasses digestive processes, absorbs faster, and is gentler on the stomach than tablets or capsules.

• supports immunity
• improves wound healing
• regulates hormonal balance (important for men)
• helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels
• supports skin health (acne, psoriasis)
• participates in neurotransmitter production and affects mood

Yes — research suggests that zinc deficiency is more common in people with depression, and supplementation may support therapy, especially when standard treatment is less effective. The mechanism is linked to zinc’s role in serotonin regulation and immune system function.

• people on vegan/vegetarian diets
• older adults
• people with skin issues
• individuals with irregular cycles or fertility problems
• people experiencing chronic stress or low mood

Yes, especially with vitamin D, B vitamins, selenium, and magnesium. However, avoid taking high doses of copper at the same time (antagonism).

Measure the portion indicated on the label and take it preferably after a meal. Avoid consuming it together with coffee or dairy (they may reduce absorption).

Yes, when taken in recommended doses. Long-term excessive intake may lower copper levels — it’s worth monitoring supplementation.