The lotion (Regaine) and oral medication containing minoxidil have been proven to be effective, but there is a significant individual variation. Generally, about 30% of people experience positive results. For those who see minimal effects, using the treatment could become an unnecessary expense.
It is recommended to first undergo a Mino Scalp Check, and then only those who are likely to benefit should use minoxidil medication.
How to Use “Mino Scalp Check”
“Mino Scalp Check” is a test kit to determine whether minoxidil, an AGA treatment medication, will be effective for you. You can easily use it from the comfort of your home. Users should follow the instructional video and collect 10 hair roots. Attach the collected hair roots to the test paper, seal it in an envelope, and drop it in the mailbox. After collection, the results will take approximately 1 week from the arrival at the testing facility to be delivered.
Flow of the “Mino Scalp Check” Test
Once you order the test kit and it arrives at your home, please check the contents of the kit.
The test procedure is explained in a video, so please review it.
※ The QR code for the video is included in the manual inside the test kit.
Collect the hair roots.
※ Please confirm that you can mail the hair roots on the same day of collection.
※ The hair roots must be mailed within 48 hours of collection for testing.
- Do not touch the hair roots with your bare hands.
- Ensure that the hair roots do not touch the double-sided tape.
- Roots in the growth phase are ideal for testing as they have a thickened bulb. Attach the thickened bulb part to the test paper.
- If your hair is long, cut it to around 2-3 cm before attaching it.
- Ensure you collect 10 hair roots and attach them to the test paper.
Hair roots in the growth phase are ideal for testing as they have a thickened bulb. Attach the thickened bulb part to the test paper.
Attach the collected hair roots to the test paper.
Good sample of hair roots attached to the test paper:
Bad sample of hair roots attached to the test paper:
Write your name, date of birth, and the test date on the outer side of the test paper.
Please also fill out the consent form and the questionnaire.
Place the test paper inside the transparent bag included in the test kit.
Then, place the test paper, consent form, and questionnaire into the return envelope provided with the test kit and mail it back.
※ Please ensure you mail the hair roots on the same day of collection.
You will receive the test results by email.
It will take about 1 week from when the test center receives your mailed items to process the results.
Check the Included Items and Test Details
This is a checklist for verifying the contents and collection method for the “Gene-Checker Mino Scalp Check.” Please use this checklist for reference when collecting the sample on your own.
Check the Included Items
Important Notes Regarding the Test Paper
The hair root collection should be done on the same day as mailing. ※ The hair roots must be mailed within 48 hours of collection for the test.
Good Example of Attaching Hair Roots to the Test Paper
- If your hair is long, please cut it to about 2-3 cm before attaching it.
- Make sure to collect exactly 10 hair roots.
Bad Example of Attaching Hair Roots to the Test Paper
- Do not touch the hair roots with your bare hands.
- Make sure the hair roots do not touch the double-sided tape. If the hair roots stick to the tape, please re-collect the roots.
- The double-sided tape is included with the test paper. Please do not use your own double-sided tape.
- If your hair is long, please cut it to about 2-3 cm before attaching it.
