A complete guide to pricing and value. Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is one of the most comprehensive and cost-effective diagnostic tools available in preventive health. It allows you to assess mineral balance, heavy-metal burden, and metabolic patterns — insights that standard blood tests cannot provide.
Compared to blood, urine or imaging tests, HTMA is: more affordable, non-invasive, more informative regarding long-term biochemistry. Below is a full, transparent breakdown of costs and what you receive within the price.
1. PRICE OF LIFELINE DIAG HAIR MINERAL ANALYSIS
Price in Poland: 149 USD – includes the sampling kit, ICP-OES laboratory analysis, and a full PDF report.
What does the price include?
- analysis of 29 elements using ICP-OES,
- assessment of heavy-metal burden,
- metabolic biochemistry profile,
- analysis of key mineral ratios (Ca/Mg, Zn/Cu, Na/K, etc.)
- full health interpretation
Optional: expert consultation (not included).
2. WHAT INFLUENCES THE TOTAL DIAGNOSTIC COST?
2.1. Cost of the test itself (149 USD)
This is a one-time fee, comparable or lower than:
- advanced blood panels (from 175 USD),
- functional medicine tests (from 235 USD),
- imaging diagnostics (from 400 USD).
- HTMA is therefore the most economical long-term biochemistry test.
2.2. Cost of supplementation & lifestyle changes
After receiving your report, you may choose to implement recommendations:
- supplements (optional)
- mineral-rich foods
- lifestyle optimisation
- Average monthly supplementation costs may vary from 30 to 120 USD, depending on your goals and health status.
2.3. Follow-up tests
Recommended every 3–6 months.
The price of a repeat test is the same (149 USD), though partner clients often receive discounts.
Why are follow-ups important?
- they show whether biochemistry is improving,
- they allow precise supplementation adjustments,
- they provide a full picture of metabolic dynamics.
3.WHY IS HTMA COST-EFFECTIVE?
3.1. It saves money on supplements
Instead of buying supplements blindly:
- magnesium
- zinc
- potassium
- adaptogens
- HTMA identifies exact deficiencies and precise needs, significantly lowering monthly supplement spending.
3.2. It saves money long-term.
Mineral imbalances may contribute to:
- fatigue
- metabolic issues
- problemów hormonalnych
- hormonal dysregulation
- inflammation
- weakened immunity
- digestive problems
- HTMA detects these patterns early—before they develop into conditions requiring expensive medical treatment.
4. KEY ADVANTAGES OF HTMA — WHY IS THIS TEST SO POPULAR?
4.1. Non-invasive sampling
No needles, no pain — ideal for children and adults.
4.2. Stable biological material
Hair is not regulated by homeostasis and reflects around 3 months of metabolic history.
4.3. Reliable heavy-metal detection
ICP-OES is a reference method in toxicology, used in environmental testing, occupational medicine, and material analysis.
5. HTMA VS. OTHER TESTS — COST & SCOPE COMPARISON
| Test | Average cost | What it shows | What it does NOT show |
|---|---|---|---|
| HTMA | 149 USD | long-term biochemistry, heavy metals, metabolism | no vitamin levels |
| Blood tests | from 175 USD | current status | no long-term data |
| Functional tests | from 235 USD | specific systems | high cost |
| Imaging tests | from 400 USD | anatomical structures | no metabolic information |
Conclusion:
HTMA = the widest scope of information at the lowest price.
6.SUMMARY: IS HTMA WORTH IT?
HTMA is:
- economical
- precise
- non-invasive
- scientifically grounded
- actionable
Choose HTMA if you want to:
- improve energy
- stabilise hormones
- balance stress
- optimise supplementation
- assess heavy-metal load
It is one of the most cost-effective diagnostic tools available today.
Scientific References :
- 1. Kempson, I.M. & Lombi, E. (2011). Hair analysis as a biomonitor for toxicology, disease and health status. Chemical Society Reviews
- 2. Chojnacka, K. et al. (2002). Inter-element interactions in human hair. Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology
- 3. Park, S. et al. (2016). Analysis of trace elements in scalp hair as indicators of nutrition and health status. Ann Occup Environ Med
- 4. Srogi, K. (2001). Hair analysis in environmental monitoring. Polish J Environ Stud.
