Hair thinning can result from multiple contributing factors rather than a single cause. This profile investigates the most common medical reasons associated with hair loss, helping provide a clearer picture of your overall health.
Hormonal Assessment
Healthy hormone levels are essential for maintaining normal hair growth. This profile measures testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, prolactin, cortisol, DHEA-S, FSH, LH, and oestradiol to identify hormonal imbalances that may contribute to hair thinning, reduced hair density, or changes in hair growth patterns.
Thyroid Health
An underactive or overactive thyroid can significantly affect the hair growth cycle. By analysing Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) and Free T4, this profile helps detect thyroid conditions that may contribute to excessive hair shedding.
Nutritional Status
Hair follicles require a continuous supply of nutrients to remain healthy. This test evaluates Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, Folate, Ferritin, and Zinc, helping identify nutritional deficiencies that may weaken hair follicles or slow healthy hair growth.
Liver & Kidney Function
Your liver and kidneys play an important role in processing hormones, nutrients, and metabolic waste. Assessing these organs provides valuable information about your body’s ability to support healthy hair and overall wellbeing.
Full Blood Count
A complete blood count helps identify conditions such as anaemia, infection, or chronic inflammation that may contribute to fatigue, poor circulation, and hair loss.