Tests&Services

HTMA is a simple, non‑invasive way to understand your child’s inner balance. Many parents come to HTMA because they sense that something in their child’s body feels “out of sync” — whether that shows up as big emotions, low energy, sleep struggles, sensitivities, or general overwhelm. HTMA offers a calm, science‑based way to explore what might be contributing beneath the surface. HTMA is a gentle test that measures the levels of key minerals and heavy metals stored in the body. Minerals are involved in almost every process that helps a child feel settled, energised, focused, and well. When these minerals are too low, too high, or out of balance, the body can find it harder to regulate itself. Hair Mineral Testing is very child‑friendly. All that’s needed is a small amount of hair — about a heaped teaspoon — taken from the nape of the neck. No needles, no discomfort, no stress. HTMA provides a detailed picture of your child’s mineral patterns, including: - Levels of around 20 essential minerals (such as magnesium, zinc, calcium, sodium, potassium) - Mineral deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances - How well the body is handling stress - Indicators of digestive function - Blood sugar regulation patterns - Adrenal and thyroid activity - Presence of heavy metals like lead, mercury, or arsenic - How efficiently the body is using energy Minerals support: - Calmness and emotional balance - Sleep and relaxation - Focus and steady energy - Healthy digestion - Immune resilience - Nervous system regulation - Hormone balance Modern life — stress, certain foods, medications, and even depleted soil — can all affect mineral levels. Heavy metals can also interfere with how the body absorbs and uses minerals.

The Organic Acids Test (OAT) is a non‑invasive urine test that gives a detailed picture of how the body is working at a metabolic level. The OAT measures 74 different markers from a single urine sample. These markers reflect the natural by‑products the body releases each day, offering a “snapshot” of how various systems are functioning. This test provides valuable insight into areas that often influence mood, behaviour, energy, and resilience, including: - Yeast and fungal activity - Mould exposure - Pathogenic bacteria (including clostridia) - Mitochondrial function — the body’s energy production - Neurotransmitter metabolites (linked to mood and brain signalling) - Fat metabolism - Nutritional and detoxification markers - Amino acid and protein metabolism It is also one of the few tests that can indicate whether someone may be struggling with oxalate or salicylate overload — natural compounds that can increase inflammation and place extra stress on the body. When any of these areas are out of balance, children may experience things like: - Fluctuating energy - Big emotions or overwhelm - Digestive discomfort - Sleep challenges - Behavioural ups and downs - Sensitivities or irritability - Difficulty focusing - Recurrent inflammation or feeling “run down” The OAT doesn’t diagnose conditions, but it does highlight underlying patterns that may be contributing to these challenges.

From just one small stool sample, the GI‑MAP measures the genetic material of gut bacteria, yeast, and other microbes. This allows us to see which organisms are present, how balanced the gut environment is, and whether anything may be placing extra stress on the digestive or immune system. This test provides a detailed look at areas that often influence how a child feels day‑to‑day, including: - Levels of helpful and unhelpful bacteria - Yeast or fungal overgrowth (such as Candida) - Specific microbes like Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and H. pylori - Signs of inflammation in the gut - How well nutrients are being absorbed - Immune activity within the digestive tract There is also an optional marker called Zonulin which can give insight into intestinal permeability — sometimes referred to as “leaky gut” — a pattern that may contribute to sensitivities, inflammation, or digestive discomfort.

Two trusted labs, one simple way to understand your child’s unique biology. We offer genetic testing through two highly respected laboratories — MaxGen (US‑based) and Lifecode Gx (UK‑based). Both use a quick, non‑invasive cheek swab to help you understand how your child’s body is naturally wired. There are no needles, no discomfort, and no stress for your child. These tests don’t diagnose anything. Instead, they highlight your child’s natural tendencies — how they process nutrients, manage stress, detoxify, and regulate key systems that influence mood, energy, behaviour, and overall wellbeing. MaxGen’s 'The Works' is their most complete panel. It brings together several reports into one, offering insight into: - Nutrient processing and absorption - Detoxification pathways - Hormone and neurotransmitter balance - Stress‑response patterns - Inflammation tendencies - Energy production - Food‑related genetic tendencies - Movement and fitness‑related traits This test helps explain why your child may respond differently to foods, supplements, or everyday stressors. Lifecode Gx allows you to choose one report or several, depending on what you want to understand. The most commonly selected are: - Methylation Report– insights into mood regulation, detoxification, energy, and stress response - Nutrient Core Report – how your child absorbs and uses key nutrients However, all Lifecode Gx reports can be analysed, and each one offers a different window into your child’s biology. These reports can help explain patterns such as energy fluctuations, sensitivities, emotional overwhelm, digestive reactions, or difficulty tolerating certain supplements.