GUT MICROBIAL TEST
The Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus (GI-MAP) was designed to assess a patient’s microbiome from a single stool sample, with particular attention to microbes that may be disturbing normal microbial balance and may contribute to perturbations in the gastrointestinal (GI) flora or illness.
The panel is a comprehensive collection of microbial targets as well as immune and digestive markers, and relies exclusively on quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology to detect parasites, bacteria, fungi, and more by targeting the specific DNA of the organisms tested.
Zonulin has been identified as a key biomarker for intestinal permeability, which has been associated with celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS), and other GI and systemic conditions.
Indications
- Autoimmune molecular mimicry (if caused by pathogens)
- Diarrhea
- Digestion
- Foodborne illness
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis (if it has viral causes)
- Gut dysbiosis
- Immunity
- Inflammation
- Leaky gut
- Celiac disease / gluten sensitivity
- Suspected bacterial, parasitic or viral pathogenesis (incl. detection of antibiotic resistant bacteria)
A kit will be sent to you by mail with the test and instructions on how to perform the test yourself. Once completed, a booking can be made for DHL to collect the kit (with no additional charges), and it will be delivered to the laboratory for testing.
Average processing time:
18-21 days
What will I receive after the test has been processed?
A report will then be generated and sent via email with detailed information about the tested areas and recommended interventions. Please see HERE a sample of the report that you can browse.
What happens after I receive the results?
An appointment will be booked with the doctor to further discuss the test results. The appointment will last between 30 to 60 minutes, in which the doctor will analyze your test results and will provide insight and further advice.
*The doctor’s service — result analysis, consultation, and a treatment plan with recommendations — is booked separately.
*Please note that the treatment plan is a guidance document and does not include the treatment itself.
