Gut Health Check (IBS Screen)

Beneficial bacteria are essential for optimal gut health, supporting digestion, immune function, and nutrient production.

Lactobacillus species

Beneficial bacteria that produce lactic acid, supporting gut barrier function and immune health.

Bifidobacterium species

Key beneficial bacteria that help digest fiber, produce B vitamins, and support immune function.

Akkermansia muciniphila

Supports gut lining integrity and metabolic health.

Faecalibacterium prausnitzii

Produces anti-inflammatory butyrate and supports colon health.

Eubacterium

Beneficial bacteria that produce short-chain fatty acids.

Roseburia

Butyrate-producing bacteria that support colon health.

These bacteria can become problematic when gut balance is disrupted.

E. coli (pathogenic strains)

Certain strains can cause gastrointestinal infections and inflammation.

Klebsiella pneumoniae

Associated with gut inflammation and autoimmune conditions.

Citrobacter

Opportunistic pathogen that can cause infections.

Enterobacter

Can contribute to gut inflammation.

Proteus

Can cause urinary and gastrointestinal infections.

Pseudomonas

Opportunistic pathogen that can cause serious infections.

Parasitic infections can cause chronic digestive symptoms and nutrient malabsorption.

Blastocystis hominis

Common parasite that may cause digestive symptoms.

Dientamoeba fragilis

Can cause diarrhea and abdominal pain.

Entamoeba histolytica

Pathogenic parasite causing severe gastrointestinal infections.

Giardia lamblia

Causes giardiasis with diarrhea and malabsorption.

Cryptosporidium

Can cause severe diarrhea, especially in immunocompromised individuals.

Yeast overgrowth can disrupt gut balance and contribute to various symptoms.

Candida albicans

Most common yeast that can overgrow and cause symptoms.

Candida species (other)

Other Candida species that may contribute to overgrowth.

Geotrichum

Fungus that can cause infections.

Rhodotorula

Yeast that can cause infections in immunocompromised individuals.

Viral infections can disrupt gut health and contribute to digestive symptoms.

Norovirus

Common cause of gastroenteritis and digestive upset.

Adenovirus

Can cause gastrointestinal infections.

Rotavirus

Common cause of severe diarrhea, especially in children.

These markers assess digestive function, inflammation, and gut health.

Elastase

Marker of pancreatic function and enzyme production for protein digestion.

Secretory IgA

Indicates gut immune function and response to pathogens.

Anti-gliadin IgA

May indicate sensitivity to gluten.

Calprotectin

Marker of gut inflammation, elevated in inflammatory bowel disease.

Beta-glucuronidase

Enzyme affecting hormone metabolism and detoxification.

Short-chain fatty acids

Produced by beneficial bacteria, these support gut health and reduce inflammation.

Bacteria that can cause stomach ulcers and increase gastric cancer risk.

H. pylori Antigen

Detects current H. pylori infection in the stomach.