Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is used to assess mineral patterns, stress load, and metabolic balance. Accurate sample collection is essential to ensure reliable and meaningful results.
Please follow the steps below carefully before sending your sample to the laboratory.
Step-by-Step HTMA Instructions
Step 1: Print & complete the HTMA Request Form
Choose the correct request form based on your location.
Australia (AU)
Download the HTMA Request Form – Australia
New Zealand (NZ)
Download the HTMA Request Form – New Zealand
Complete all sections of the form before packaging your sample.
Step 2: Collect your hair sample
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Cut a clean hair sample from the nape of your neck (back of the head, close to the scalp)
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Use hair that is undyed and not chemically treated
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The sample should represent your natural hair growth
If your hair has been dyed or chemically treated, please seek guidance before collecting your sample.
Step 3: Wrap the hair sample
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Wrap the hair in a paper envelope or plain paper
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Do not use plastic, as this may affect the sample
You can download a printable paper envelope here.
Need help with your hair sample?
If you’d like a visual walkthrough, you can watch this short video showing how to collect your hair sample correctly. Click here to watch video.
Step 4: Post the sample to the appropriate laboratory
Include both:
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the completed HTMA Request Form
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the wrapped hair sample
Send your sample to the laboratory that matches your location.
Australia (AU)
InterClinical Laboratories Pty Ltd
PO Box 6474
Alexandria NSW 2015
Australia
New Zealand (NZ)
InterClinical Laboratories NZ
Suite 123, Level 1
6 Johnsonville Road
Johnsonville, Wellington 6037
New Zealand
After your sample is submitted
Once received by the laboratory, your hair sample will be analysed. Results are reviewed by your practitioner and interpreted in the context of your individual health picture.
Sample HTMA Report
To understand the structure and type of information included, you can view a sample HTMA report here.
This example is for reference only. Individual results and interpretations will vary.
Need help?
If you have questions about sample collection, forms, or mailing, support is available to help ensure your sample is collected correctly. Send us an email at hello@realfunctionalhealth.com.au