Fatigue, adrenal concerns and the limits of HTMA

📅 Updated September 2026 ⏱️ 2 min read 📁 Health Conditions

Persistent fatigue deserves medical assessment. “Adrenal fatigue” is not a scientifically established diagnosis, and hair sodium or mineral ratios cannot diagnose adrenal insufficiency. The Endocrine Society explains the distinction.

What an HTMA order provides

Our test measures elements in a submitted hair specimen. It does not measure cortisol or adrenal hormone production. A laboratory report or practitioner interpretation does not replace assessment by a qualified healthcare professional.