What it is
The GI Pro Ultimate Gut Health Test is Healthpath's most in depth gut test. It uses a combination of qPCR testing and 16s rRNA sequencing to give comprehensive and extensive insight into gut health, via a non invasive stool sample.
How it helps
The test measures key markers including calprotectin, zonulin and secretory IgA, leaky gut, pathogenic bacteria, worms and absorption markers, to give a full assessment of the microbiome.
Samples are analysed by Biovis Diagnostik, one of the world's leading laboratories in gut health testing, offering microbiome analysis and SIBO testing. Biovis uses cutting edge 16s rRNA sequencing technology and qPCR testing to give detailed information about gastrointestinal health, and is one of the only laboratories to quantify results by writing the colony form in units, as opposed to percentages only, which allows a deeper understanding of bacterial samples.
Benefits
- Comprehensive insight into gut health and the microbiome
- Simple, non invasive stool sample
- Measures key markers including calprotectin, zonulin, secretory IgA and absorption markers
- Screens for potentially pathogenic bacteria, yeasts, intestinal protozoa and worms
- Results quantified in units rather than percentages only
- Includes automatic Healthpath interpretation
What the test measures
Potentially Pathogenic Bacteria
Haemophilus, Acinetobacter, Proteus species (including Proteus mirabilis), Klebsiella species, Enterobacter species, Serratia species, Hafnia species, Morganella species, Providencia species, Citrobacter species, Pseudomonas species
Butyrate Producing Bacteria
Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, Eubacterium rectale, Eubacterium hallii, Roseburia species, Ruminococcus species, Coprococcus, Butyrivibrio species, Cl. butyricum, Total bacterial count
Helminths (Worms)
Taenia species (Taenia solium, Taenia saginata), Ascaris species, Enterobius vermicularis, Ancylostoma species (Ancylostoma duodenale), Hymenolepsis species (Hymenolepsis nana, Hymenolepsis diminuta), Trichuris trichiura, Necator americanus, Strongyloides species (Strongyloides stercoralis), Microsporidia (Enterocytozoon species, Encephalitozoon species)
Bacterial Distribution
Actinobacteria, Bacteroidetes, Firmicutes, Fusobacteria, Proteobacteria, Verrucomicrobia, Other, Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes Ratio
Yeasts
Candida albicans, Candida krusei, Candida glabrata, Candida dubliniensis, Candida parapsilosis, Candida tropicalis, Candida lusitaniae
Actinobacteria
Bifidobacteria, Equol producing bacteria, Adlercreutzia species, Eggerthella lenta, Slackia species
Clostridia
Clostridia total bacterial count, Clostridia cluster 1, Clostridia histolytium, Clostridium perfringens, Clostridium sporenges
Functional Markers
Calprotectin, Haemoglobin in faeces immunologically, Secretory IgA, Pancreatic elastase, Zonulin
H2S Production
Sulphate reducing bacteria, Desulfovibrio piger, Desulfomonas pigra, Bilophila wadsworthii
Pathogenic Intestinal Protozoa
Giardia lamblia, Entamoeba histolytica, Cryptosporidium species, Cyclospora cayetanensis
Digestive Residues
Determination of fat, Determination of nitrogen, Determination of sugar, Determination of water
Stool Properties
Colour, Consistency, pH
Immunogenically Effective Bacteria
Escherichia coli, Enterococcus species, Lactobacillus species
Pathobionts
Blastocystis hominis, Dientamoeba fragilis, Helicobacter AG
Biodiversity
Diversity, Dysbiosis index
Bacteroidetes
Bacteroids, Prevotella (Prevotella copri)
Other Firmicutes
Christensenellaceae, Dialister invisus
Mucin Production and Mucosal Barrier
Akkermansia muciniphila, Faecalibacterium prausnitzii
Enterotype
1, 2 or 3
Fusobacteria
Fusobacterium species
Verrucomicrobia
Akkermansia muciniphila
Histamine Producing Bacteria
Histamine producing bacteria
Oxalate Degrading Bacteria
Oxalobacter formigenes
Archaea
Methanobrevibacter
Important information
Test details
Collection method: Stool
Turnaround time: Fourteen working days
Technology: qPCR, 16s rRNA sequencing
Laboratory: Biovis Diagnostik
Automatic Healthpath interpretation: Yes
How it works
- Eat a normal diet for one week before the test.
- Collect one stool sample using the stool collector.
- Send the sample to the lab, following the instructions.
- Receive an in depth report of clinically relevant markers.
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Please note: this test is only available through a Healthpath Pro practitioner.
Disclaimer
Our products and services do not diagnose, treat or cure any illness or disease, and do not replace medical advice from your doctor or practitioner. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Information on this website is for educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking prescribed medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting any new supplement.