gi-map dna stool analysis
DNA stool testing is an incredibly advanced look at overall gut health & tells us a few key things:
What pathogens (viruses, bacteria, parasites) are present in the gut that may be hindering your health.
The amount of beneficial bacteria present–sometimes there is too much!
The extent of damage & inflammation in the tissues of the gut. This testing is more advanced than traditional stool culture testing. It is much more effective in recognizing a host of pathogens.
We utilize this testing for people suffering from chronic gut-related conditions, poor immune function, and for children with spectrum-type disorders, because there is a strong link between gut health and each of these conditions.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO learn?
By utilizing the GI-Map test, you will find out the following key things:
Which pathogens are present in your gut, including viruses, bacteria, parasites, and worms
How much beneficial bacteria are present in your gut (or how little)
How well your digestive enzymes are funcitoning
How much inflammation is present in the gut tissues
How strong (or weak) your gut’s immune system is
If you potentially have “leaky gut”
Whether you are reacting to gluten in the tissues of the gut
If you are passing blood or fat in your stool
If you have bacteria present that are scientifically researched to be linked to autoimmune conditions
If you are prone to certain hormone or intestinal type of cancers
Why examine dna content of stool and not a stool culture?
In the last few decades, DNA analysis has transformed the field of microbiology. Almost all research of microbes utilize DNA methodology. More than ever before, we are keenly aware of the health benefits or disease risks brought about by the microorganisms that inhabit the human body.
Culture techniques, previously the standard, left up to 50% of bacterial species virtually invisible. Because most of the bacteria of the GI tract are anaerobes, culture based methods cannot cultivate them which leaves a large blind spot when trying to diagnose the source of infection.
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If you are wondering if stool testing can help you, please contact us today.