WHY GENETIC SALIVA TESTING FOR HAIR LOSS?
Our genetic test for hair loss is a game-changer for hair loss treatment, providing a personalized treatment plan that uses your unique DNA to eliminate the frustration of trial and error.
Genetic saliva testing analyzes key biological markers that influence how your hair follicles grow, respond to hormones, and recover from stressors. These insights help create treatment plans tailored to your unique biology.
What’s Included in Your NHLMA Genetic Kit
Your Test kit includes everything needed to analyze your unique genetic response to hair loss treatments and supplements.
Each kit contains:
Sterile cheek-swab collection swab
Step-by-step sample collection instructions
Specimen tube (Name tag included to fill out and affix on tube)
Requisition Form (Must be filled in before mailing)
Pre-labeled return packaging
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Collecting your sample is quick, painless, and non-invasive.
How it works:
Use QR Code on provided instruction card in test kit box to complete a short questionnaire in order to complete your testing. It is important you choose the proper hair loss type. If questions, please call our office (602) 283-2355 prior to submitting survey.
Do not eat, drink, or brush your teeth for at least 30 minutes before collection
Use the provided cheek swab
Gently rub the inside of each cheek in an up and down motion for 60 seconds
Place the swab into the specimen tube (Make sure sticker with name is affixed)
Put sealed tube in the Specimen bag and Ziplock.
Fill out Requisition and tuck in open pocket of specimen bag.
Seal well and return using the provided packaging
No blood draw is required. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
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Fast, reliable shipping is included with your test kit.
Your kit will be shipped directly to your home
Return shipping is simple and pre-paid envelope included
Once your sample is received by the laboratory, results are typically available within 3–5 weeks
Expect a phone call from NHLMA once results are in an a 30 minute phone call will be scheduled to review with your consultant.
All samples are processed in certified genetic laboratories using strict privacy and quality standards.
At-Home Genetic Saliva Testing Kit FAQs
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NHLMA’s hair loss genetic test analyzes your unique genetic response to hair loss treatments and supplements. This allows for highly personalized hair loss treatment planning, rather than trial-and-error therapy.
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Ideal for:
Men or women with hair thinning or hair loss
Patients with poor response to standard treatments
Individuals considering medications like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, or spironolactone
Anyone seeking a personalized, genetics-based hair loss plan
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No. This genetic test does not diagnose medical conditions. It provides genetic insight into treatment responsiveness and nutrient needs, which complements clinical evaluation by a qualified provider.
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Yes. The test evaluates genetic responsiveness to common hair loss treatments, helping reduce guesswork and unnecessary side effects.
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No. Your genetic profile does not change. This is typically done once in a lifetime.