1. Prostaglandins & Sulphotransferase These genes influence how a patient processes chemical messengers linked to inflammation and hair growth. Why it matters: Variants here may explain why some patients don’t respond to minoxidil or similar medications. 2. Anti-Inflammatory Response These SNPs show how well the patient’s body can manage inflammation, which is often a root cause of hair follicle damage. Why it matters: Inflammatory scalp conditions like telogen effluvium or alopecia areata may respond better to targeted anti-inflammatory therapies. 3. Anti-Androgens These markers help assess how sensitive the patient’s follicles are to DHT (dihydrotestosterone), a common culprit in pattern hair loss. Why it matters: This helps guide whether anti-androgen therapies like spironolactone or finasteride are appropriate and likely to be effective. 4. Circulation Stimulation These genes are linked to how well a patient’s body supports blood flow to the scalp. Why it matters: Poor circulation can lead to weaker follicles—this info supports decisions about using vasodilators or stimulating topicals. 5. Collagen Synthesis These SNPs show how well the patient’s body produces collagen, which helps maintain healthy scalp structure and follicle strength. Why it matters: Patients with weaker collagen pathways may benefit more from regenerative therapies or collagen-boosting products. 6. Insulin-Like Growth Factors (IGF) These markers are tied to cellular growth and repair. Why it matters: IGF activity plays a role in triggering dormant follicles and promoting regrowth. This supports decisions around exosomes or PRP. 7. Vitamin Metabolism This category looks at how efficiently the patient processes key hair-supporting vitamins like Vitamin D and Biotin. Why it matters: Even patients with “normal” labs might not be utilizing vitamins effectively due to their genetics—this helps optimize nutraceutical plans. 8. Mineral Metabolism These SNPs help you understand how well the patient absorbs and uses essential minerals like zinc and iron. Why it matters: Mineral deficiencies are a common but often overlooked contributor to hair loss. 9. Antioxidant Response This section tells you how well a patient’s body neutralizes oxidative stress—an underlying factor in many chronic scalp and follicle conditions. Why it matters: Targeted antioxidant support may reduce follicular stress, especially in autoimmune or inflammatory hair loss.