Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis Profile 3 | Re-Test for Monitoring Mineral Balance & Detox Progress

Track Your Progress with a Detailed Comparative Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis

The Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) Profile 3 is ideal for individuals who have previously completed a Profile 1 or Profile 2 test and want to monitor changes over time. Conducted by Trace Elements, Inc., a federally licensed clinical laboratory specializing in hair tissue analysis, this re-test measures 36 elements and provides a comprehensive comparative report. You’ll receive insights into how your mineral levels and ratios have shifted—plus updated dietary and supplement recommendations.

Key Features:

• Comparative Analysis: Track changes in mineral levels and ratios since your last test—highlighting what’s improved and what still needs support.

• Comprehensive Testing: Measures 36 elements, including 15 essential minerals and 7 toxic metals. See full list below.

• Detailed Report: Includes a 10–12 page computer-generated report with side-by-side bar graph illustrations and analysis.

• Personalized Recommendations: Adjusted dietary and supplement suggestions tailored to your current profile and metabolic type.

• No Doctor’s Signature Required: Order directly—no referral needed.

• Free Shipping: Includes shipping of your kit and delivery of your report via email or secure online access.

Optional Add-Ons:

For deeper insight, add one of these additional services performed by one of our mineral balancing experts, Rebecca Yenchik or Hannah Cherny:

• 1-Hour Consultation & Summary (+$170.00): Ideal for first-time tests. Includes a full phone or Zoom consult plus written summary. View a la cart consult service. View sample summary.

• 30-Minute Consultation & Summary (+$135.00): Best for re-tests. Includes a focused consult and written follow-up. View a la cart consult service.

• 20+ Page Detailed Personalized Report (+$120.00): A comprehensive written analysis of your results without a consult. View sample report.

Why Choose a Profile 3 Re-Test?

Re-testing allows you to:

• Assess Progress: Evaluate how effective your detox or nutrition plan has been.

• Refine Protocols: Update supplements or diet based on current needs.

• Stay Balanced: Ongoing testing ensures optimal mineral levels and heavy metal elimination.

Elements Tested:

• Toxic Heavy Metals (7): Uranium, Arsenic, Beryllium, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead, Aluminum, (Antimony is available as an add-on)

• Essential Minerals (15): Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium, Copper, Zinc, Phosphorus, Iron, Manganese, Chromium, Selenium, Boron, Cobalt, Molybdenum, Sulfur

• Additional Elements (14): Germanium, Barium, Bismuth, Rubidium, Lithium, Nickel, Platinum, Thallium, Vanadium, Strontium, Tin, Titanium, Tungsten, Zirconium

Steps to Receiving Your Report:

1. Order: After placing your order, we’ll mail you the HTMA kit in a trackable USPS Ground Advantage envelope (not a box). It includes:

   • Lab submittal form

   • Hair sample envelope

   • Cardboard scale (approx. 1 heaping tablespoon of hair)

   • Detailed instructions on how to take the sample

   • Pre-addressed mailer envelope to Trace Elements Inc. for enclosing your hair sample and completed submittal form (postage not included)

2. International Clients (incl. Canada): You’ll receive sampling and submission instructions via email. If you'd like the kit mailed, please contact us at 520-877-2637 (additional shipping fee applies).

3. Hair Sample Collection:

   • Use clean, dry hair cut from the first 1.5 inches closest to the scalp, from several locations. Proximal portion is retained for your sample and end pieces of hair strands discarded.

   • Recently colored hair is acceptable, if dye/treatment was chemically based and contains NO minerals. Dyes like Grecian Formula and henna contain lead acetate or mineral salts with metals - they will make your test results invalid.

   • Avoid taking samples after using softened water. Hair should be washed at least 3x in non-softened water.

   • Follow the Do’s and Don’ts and Sample Collection Protocol for the most accurate results. View here.

   • Submit at least 125 mg of hair (use the scale and add a little extra to ensure enough is sent).

4. Mail Your Sample to the Lab:

   • Send your sample and signed submittal form to Trace Elements, Inc. using the pre-addressed envelope.

   • We recommend using trackable shipping (Ground Advantage or Priority Mail).

   • Your form is already signed by Evenbetternow®—no doctor’s signature is needed.

5. Receiving Results:

   • The lab typically processes your sample within 7–12 days of receipt.

   • You will typically have access online or be sent your digital PDF results within 2 business days after we receive them from the lab

   • If you added a consult, you'll be invited to a client portal to view results and schedule your session.

   • Printed paper reports (if requested) arrive in 7–10 days (international shipping may take longer).

📦 Ordering for someone else? Be sure to include their full name, address, and phone number in the “Additional Information” section during checkout.

🕒 Typical turnaround time: 2–4 weeks from order to delivery of results, depending on sample submission timing.

Important Notes:

• 🚫 New York Residents: Due to Public Health Law Section 574, we cannot accept samples from NY residents. Also do not postmark your hair sample/submittal form from NY State, as your sample will be rejected. Call 520-877-2637 if you have questions.

• 🚫 Restricted Countries: Due to exclusive distribution agreements, we cannot accept Hair Analysis orders or hair samples originating from the following countries:

  Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Colombia, Denmark, England, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Indonesia, Ireland, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Papua New Guinea, Poland, Qatar, Scotland, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, UAE.

  Visitors from these countries need to purchase the test from a distributor in their region. Please contact Trace Elements, Inc. for further information. If you order your test in the US and are traveling to any of these countries, please do not mail or send your hair sample from any of these countries, otherwise it will be rejected by Trace Elements lab!
  
  

• ❌ No Refunds: Once ordered, tests, consultations, and summaries are non-refundable. However, your kit is valid for 1 year from the order date.