Custom Stool Test Valerie
$435 NZD
There are medical explanations and labels for many gut problems, but the big exception is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Since many gut disorders have similar symptoms to IBS, ruling out a more serious underlying gut disease such as inflammatory bowel disease is an important first step.
Markers of bowel inflammation
The symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can be very similar but they are two very different medical conditions. Historically gastroenterologists have had to use endoscopies to distinguish between the two disorders. Calprotectin tests are used to detect inflammation in the gut which may be caused by Inflammatory Bowel Disease such as Crohn's or ulcerative colitis, and thus can help distinguish between these conditions.
What's included
Faecal Occult Blood
This test is used to detect bleeding in the digestive tract. It can detect tiny traces of blood in the stool, and can indicate the presence of disease at a relatively early stage when stools may appear normal.
Gut Functional Markers
Gut functional markers assess how well the gut is performing its key roles in digestion, absorption, and immune defence. They measure important indicators such as enzyme activity, inflammation levels, gut barrier function, and detoxification capacity. Together, these markers provide a clearer picture of overall digestive system health.
Test instructions
Your test kit and all instructions are posted directly to you, and there is no need to visit a collection centre.
Mail your sample back to the lab according to the instructions provided with your kit.
Results for this test available in 2-4 weeks depending on region and will be published in your online dashboard.
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