Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) in Fort McMurray
Hair tissue mineral analysis, or HTMA, is a laboratory test that measures the mineral content of a small hair sample. At Higher Health Acupuncture & Massage Therapy Clinic in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Dr. Amanda Gergely TCM, D.Ac offers a free 15 minute discovery call to talk through whether HTMA is a useful starting point for you before you commit to anything.
- Discovery call length - 15 Minutes
- Cost of the call - Free, no obligation
- Format - Zoom, Phone or In-Person
- With - Dr. Amanda Gergely D.Ac, co-owner of Higher Health
- Cost of the MTMA analysis - $450+GST
- Booking - Calendly only
Book your free 15 minute discovery call
What is hair tissue mineral analysis?
HTMA is a screening test performed on a small sample of hair cut from close to the scalp. The sample is sent to a laboratory, which measures the levels of a range of minerals and trace elements deposited in the hair during its growth.
Because hair grows slowly, the sample reflects a period of weeks to months rather than a single moment, which is different from a blood test taken on a given morning.
The result is a report of mineral and trace element levels and their ratios. What makes that report useful is the conversation about it, which is the point of the discovery call.
What HTMA is, and what it is not
HTMA is:
- A screening and information-gathering tool
- A measure of mineral and trace element content in a hair sample
- A starting point for a conversation about nutrition and lifestyle
HTMA is not:
- A diagnostic test
- A replacement for blood work ordered by your physician
- A substitute for medical care
What the free discovery call covers
Fifteen minutes is enough to work out whether this is worth your money, which is all the call is designed to do.
- What is prompting your interest and what you are hoping to learn
- A plain explanation of what HTMA measures and what it does not
- What the process involves: sample collection, lab turnaround, the follow-up consultation
- What it costs and what is included
- An honest answer on whether HTMA is a sensible next step for you, including when it is not
There is no obligation to book anything afterward, and no charge for the call.
Who the discovery call suits
- People who have questions about the Root Cause Protocol and HTMA analysis
- Anyone interested in working with Amanda Gergely
- Anyone who wants to ask questions without committing to an appointment first
How the process works
- Book the free 15 minute discovery call using the calendar on this page.
- Have the call. You decide at the end whether to go ahead. Some people do not, and that is a perfectly good outcome.
- Sample collection. A tablespoon of hair
- Laboratory analysis. 3-4 weeks for results
- Results consultation. Dr. Gergely walks you through the report and what it does and does not show. 90 minute consultation.
Frequently asked questions
Is the discovery call really free? Yes. Fifteen minutes, no cost, no obligation to book anything afterward. It exists so you can decide whether HTMA is worth paying for before you pay for it.
How much does hair tissue mineral analysis cost? $450.00+GST
How much hair do you need? A small sample cut close to the scalp, about a tablespoon of hair
Can I do this if my hair is dyed or treated? No.
Is HTMA covered by insurance? The cost of the kit $250CAD is not covered by insurance. The 90 Minute consultation with Dr. Amanda Gergely $200.00 is generally covered by your insurance provider, based on your plan.
Will HTMA tell me if I have a deficiency? No. HTMA is a screening tool, not a diagnostic test. The test does not focus on excess or deficiency, but rather the pattern your mineral pattern is telling us.
Can I just come in without doing the discovery call? Yes.
Who is Dr. Amanda Gergely? See Amanda's bio here
Where are you located? 7901 King Street, Fort McMurray, Alberta. Higher Health has served Fort McMurray and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo since 2010.
