Nutripath GutIQ GI Metagenomic Mapping
A comprehensive gut function and microbial ecology stool test. Utilises shotgun metagenomics and molecular qPCR technology, accurately determining:
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all bacteria in the microbiome down to very low abundance
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short chain fatty acid production, including butyrate
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secretory immunoglobulin A production
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pancreatic enzyme production
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fat malbsorption
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presence of inflammation from IBD or food allergy
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potentially harmful parasite, bacterial and fungal overgrowth
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enzyme abundance influencing hormonal detoxification
Intestinal Permeability Test
The lactulose-mannitol test is an affordable, non-invasive urine test that can be performed at home and has been extensively used in medical research for decades. Diagnoses "leaky gut".
SIBO testing
At least 50% of people with IBS test positive for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), and it's likely a highly significant contributor to their symptoms. The SIBO test can be done at home and will also diagnose Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth (IMO), which is a very common cause of chronic constipation.
Food Sensitivity Tests
Food sensitivity testing for immunoglobulins E, G and A. Thorough testing available of up to 96 different foods. May be helpful for diagnosis of food intolerances in:
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irritable bowel syndrome
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children's functional bowel disorders
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inflammatory bowel diseases
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migraines
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eczema
