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Shapiro High Anabolic Profile Index Ratings and Overview Chart

Use this chart to determine your level of risk for hair loss

You can add up the numbers for any products or supplements you are taking from the table at the lower left of the chart and see how great the risk is that you will experience premature hair loss.

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If you are a physician or health care provider or current patient of Dr Shapiro's and have further questions or would like to become an AFR physician about the proper use of this chart please email us at Info@DrShapirosHairInstitute.com.

References

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Note: Results will vary based on number of sittings, hair texture, color, density, the number of grafts performed and placement of the grafts and the amount of hair loss the patient has prior to the sitting.
Hair transplants are permanent but will not stop the progression of normal hair loss.
Although we have had good results we cannot guarantee that your hair transplant will grow in the accelerated time even with AFR. This information is considered anecdotal evidence based on reports by the patient at the time of follow up. Double blind studies are currently going to be done by one or more of our 15 worldwide AFR clinics. Proper usage of the Help Hair Shake and Low Anabolic Profile assure optimal results.