{"title":"International Trace Elements Lab","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"child-htma-hair-tissue-mineral-analysis-profile-2","title":"Child HTMA \u003cbr\u003e (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) \u003cbr\u003e Profile 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHTMA is a safe and non-invasive pathology test. It measures the levels and comparative ratios of nutrient and toxic minerals found in hair. HTMA is regarded by many doctors, naturopaths and nutritional therapists as one of the most valuable screening tools available in everyday and preventative health care.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of HTMA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe, scientific, non-invasive pathology test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable data on more than 35 nutrient and toxic minerals, and over 25 important mineral ratios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValuable health information often not revealed in standard blood and urine tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovery of nutrient mineral imbalances or toxic mineral excesses that may be affecting your health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised patient and doctor interpretive test reports that assess your current mineral status, highlight areas of concern and recommend dietary changes and supplements for improved health and wellbeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eProfile 1\u003c\/span\u003e report contains a graphical representation of the tissue mineral analysis data. Choose this report if you or your practitioner have been trained and is experienced in analysing and interpreting HTMA data on nutrient and toxic mineral levels.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eProcess\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will send you HTMA kit with all required guidelines and process to follow. Once completed, you will need to send the envelope with the samples to our Singapore lab for further process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElement Panels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElements routinely tested in Profiles 1 \u0026amp; 2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium, Copper, Zinc, Phosphorus, Iron, Manganese, Chromium, Selenium, Cobalt, Molybdenum, Sulfur, Uranium, Arsenic, Beryllium, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead, Aluminum, Germanium, Barium, Bismuth, Rubidium, Lithium, Nickel, Platinum, Thallium, Vanadium, Strontium, Tin, Titanium, Tungsten, Zirconium. (Boron is optional)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Element Assay (35 Elements) of Hair Includes: Comprehensive reports for both the Doctor and the Patient.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopy of the test results (graphic illustration of levels and ratios).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA complete individualized evaluation and detailed discussion of the patient’s metabolic type, current mineral levels and ratios, and their impact upon body chemistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommendations of specific foods and food groups, along with an explanation of why each food is suggested.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eSchedule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll HTMA tests are being collected in Singapore and sent to US for analysis. It take 2-3 weeks to get the final results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eHow to take a hair tissue sample ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaking a hair sample is quick and easy if you follow these instructions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut hair with clean stainless steel scissors. Thinning scissors can be used on short hair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo make the sample less conspicuous, cut small amounts of hair from the nape of the neck and\/or several other locations on the back of the scalp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut hair as close to the scalp as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the sampled hair is less than 4cm long, keep all of it for testing. If the hair is longer than this, cut off and keep the 4cm of hair that was growing closest to the scalp (discard the excess).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the hair sample in the envelope provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: Please provide clean, well-rinsed, untreated and non-coloured hair. If hair is treated or coloured, wait six to eight weeks and take a sample from the freshly grown untreated hair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eHow much hair?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe laboratory requires half of one gram (0.5 gm) or about one tablespoon of hair. You can use the hair sample envelope to weight this amount of hair; instructions are printed on the envelope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eWhat kind of hair?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead (ie; scalp) hair free from hair dye, colour and hair treatment from the back of the head area is recommended for testing. The freshly grown hair cut from close to the scalp reflects the body’s most recent metabolic activity. If head hair free from hair dye, colour or treatment is not available, pubic hair can be used as an alternative. 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HTMA is regarded by many doctors, naturopaths and nutritional therapists as one of the most valuable screening tools available in everyday and preventative health care.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of HTMA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe, scientific, non-invasive pathology test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable data on more than 35 nutrient and toxic minerals, and over 25 important mineral ratios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValuable health information often not revealed in standard blood and urine tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovery of nutrient mineral imbalances or toxic mineral excesses that may be affecting your health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised patient and doctor interpretive test reports that assess your current mineral status, highlight areas of concern and recommend dietary changes and supplements for improved health and wellbeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eProfile 1\u003c\/span\u003e report contains a graphical representation of the tissue mineral analysis data. Choose this report if you or your practitioner have been trained and is experienced in analysing and interpreting HTMA data on nutrient and toxic mineral levels.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eProcess\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will send you HTMA kit with all required guidelines and process to follow. Once completed, you will need to send the envelope with the samples to our Singapore lab for further process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElement Panels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElements routinely tested in Profiles 1 \u0026amp; 2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium, Copper, Zinc, Phosphorus, Iron, Manganese, Chromium, Selenium, Cobalt, Molybdenum, Sulfur, Uranium, Arsenic, Beryllium, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead, Aluminum, Germanium, Barium, Bismuth, Rubidium, Lithium, Nickel, Platinum, Thallium, Vanadium, Strontium, Tin, Titanium, Tungsten, Zirconium. (Boron is optional)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Element Assay (35 Elements) of Hair Includes: Comprehensive reports for both the Doctor and the Patient.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopy of the test results (graphic illustration of levels and ratios).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA complete individualized evaluation and detailed discussion of the patient’s metabolic type, current mineral levels and ratios, and their impact upon body chemistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommendations of specific foods and food groups, along with an explanation of why each food is suggested.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eSchedule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll HTMA tests are being collected in Australia and sent to US for analysis. It take 2-3 weeks to get the final results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eHow to take a hair tissue sample ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaking a hair sample is quick and easy if you follow these instructions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut hair with clean stainless steel scissors. Thinning scissors can be used on short hair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo make the sample less conspicuous, cut small amounts of hair from the nape of the neck and\/or several other locations on the back of the scalp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut hair as close to the scalp as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the sampled hair is less than 4cm long, keep all of it for testing. If the hair is longer than this, cut off and keep the 4cm of hair that was growing closest to the scalp (discard the excess).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the hair sample in the envelope provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: Please provide clean, well-rinsed, untreated and non-coloured hair. If hair is treated or coloured, wait six to eight weeks and take a sample from the freshly grown untreated hair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eHow much hair?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe laboratory requires half of one gram (0.5 gm) or about one tablespoon of hair. You can use the hair sample envelope to weight this amount of hair; instructions are printed on the envelope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eWhat kind of hair?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead (ie; scalp) hair free from hair dye, colour and hair treatment from the back of the head area is recommended for testing. The freshly grown hair cut from close to the scalp reflects the body’s most recent metabolic activity. If head hair free from hair dye, colour or treatment is not available, pubic hair can be used as an alternative. If there is no hair, clean fingernail clippings can be tested as an alternative sample.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOTE: Alternative hair tissue samples can be used reliably to monitor toxic mineral levels, but may not always provide nutrient mineral data that is as reliable as head (ie;scalp) hair. Do not mix different types of hair tissue samples, eg; do not mix head hair with pubic hair. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"International Trace Elements Lab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41454006993073,"sku":"HTMA.Adult.Profile2.Boron","price":224.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/5503\/7745\/products\/HTMA_c7e356f5-895f-41ce-80d3-305230476c49.png?v=1569671706"},{"product_id":"adult-htma-hair-tissue-mineral-analysis-profile-1","title":"Adult HTMA \u003cbr\u003e (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) \u003cbr\u003e Profile 1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHTMA is a safe and non-invasive pathology test. It measures the levels and comparative ratios of nutrient and toxic minerals found in hair. HTMA is regarded by many doctors, naturopaths and nutritional therapists as one of the most valuable screening tools available in everyday and preventative health care.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of HTMA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe, scientific, non-invasive pathology test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable data on more than 35 nutrient and toxic minerals, and over 25 important mineral ratios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValuable health information often not revealed in standard blood and urine tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovery of nutrient mineral imbalances or toxic mineral excesses that may be affecting your health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised patient and doctor interpretive test reports that assess your current mineral status, highlight areas of concern and recommend dietary changes and supplements for improved health and wellbeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eProfile 1\u003c\/span\u003e report contains a graphical representation of the tissue mineral analysis data. Choose this report if you or your practitioner have been trained and is experienced in analysing and interpreting HTMA data on nutrient and toxic mineral levels.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eProcess\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will send you HTMA kit with all required guidelines and process to follow. Once completed, you will need to send the envelope with the samples to our Singapore lab for further process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElement Panels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElements routinely tested in Profiles 1 \u0026amp; 2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium, Copper, Zinc, Phosphorus, Iron, Manganese, Chromium, Selenium, Cobalt, Molybdenum, Sulfur, Uranium, Arsenic, Beryllium, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead, Aluminum, Germanium, Barium, Bismuth, Rubidium, Lithium, Nickel, Platinum, Thallium, Vanadium, Strontium, Tin, Titanium, Tungsten, Zirconium. (Boron is optional)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eSchedule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll HTMA tests are being collected in Singapore and sent to US for analysis. It take 2-3 weeks to get the final results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eHow to take a hair tissue sample ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaking a hair sample is quick and easy if you follow these instructions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut hair with clean stainless steel scissors. Thinning scissors can be used on short hair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo make the sample less conspicuous, cut small amounts of hair from the nape of the neck and\/or several other locations on the back of the scalp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut hair as close to the scalp as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the sampled hair is less than 4cm long, keep all of it for testing. If the hair is longer than this, cut off and keep the 4cm of hair that was growing closest to the scalp (discard the excess).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the hair sample in the envelope provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: Please provide clean, well-rinsed, untreated and non-coloured hair. If hair is treated or coloured, wait six to eight weeks and take a sample from the freshly grown untreated hair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eHow much hair?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe laboratory requires half of one gram (0.5 gm) or about one tablespoon of hair. You can use the hair sample envelope to weight this amount of hair; instructions are printed on the envelope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eWhat kind of hair?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead (ie; scalp) hair free from hair dye, colour and hair treatment from the back of the head area is recommended for testing. The freshly grown hair cut from close to the scalp reflects the body’s most recent metabolic activity. If head hair free from hair dye, colour or treatment is not available, pubic hair can be used as an alternative. 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HTMA is regarded by many doctors, naturopaths and nutritional therapists as one of the most valuable screening tools available in everyday and preventative health care.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of HTMA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe, scientific, non-invasive pathology test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable data on more than 35 nutrient and toxic minerals, and over 25 important mineral ratios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValuable health information often not revealed in standard blood and urine tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovery of nutrient mineral imbalances or toxic mineral excesses that may be affecting your health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised patient and doctor interpretive test reports that assess your current mineral status, highlight areas of concern and recommend dietary changes and supplements for improved health and wellbeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1 c2-2 c2-a8 c2-3 c2-n x-d-ux\"\u003eProfile 1\u003c\/span\u003e report contains a graphical representation of the tissue mineral analysis data. 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Thinning scissors can be used on short hair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo make the sample less conspicuous, cut small amounts of hair from the nape of the neck and\/or several other locations on the back of the scalp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut hair as close to the scalp as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the sampled hair is less than 4cm long, keep all of it for testing. If the hair is longer than this, cut off and keep the 4cm of hair that was growing closest to the scalp (discard the excess).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the hair sample in the envelope provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: Please provide clean, well-rinsed, untreated and non-coloured hair. 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