Test results get sent to Helen and we will invite you to schedule an Initial Consultation to discuss your test results.

Please note, the Initial Consultation fee is not included in the test kit cost and has to be purchased separately. The cost of the consultation is $275 for one-hour. It's important to note that we do not release test results prior to the Initial Consultation.

The Microbiomix Metagenomic Mapping test utilises metagenomic sequencing (shotgun), a powerful technique for analysing the genetic material of entire microbial communities present in a given stool sample. The term “shotgun” refers to the random and unbiased sequencing of all the genetic material in the sample, including DNA from bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms. Covering 28,000+ microbial species, this comprehensive analysis provides a more detailed picture compared to targeted approaches that focus on specific genes or organisms.

Since the sequencing is unbiased, it can reveal the presence of previously unknown or unculturable microorganisms to uncover the full diversity of the microbiome. Through a simple stool sample, this panel will provide detailed information on the microbiome, as well as biochemical markers relating to digestion, inflammation, intestinal permeability and more.

Analytes:

• Beta Glucuronidase
• Calprotectin
• Identification of 28,000+ microbial species
• Pancreatic Elastase
• pH
• SCFA- butyrate, acetate, propionate, valerate
• Secretory IgA
• Steatocrit
• Transglutaminase Immunoglobulin A (IgA)
• Zonulin

Common conditions:

• Abdominal pain
• Bloating, gas and distention
• Constipation 

Common dietary symptoms:

• Malnutrition/malabsorption/maldigestion

Other common health conditions:

• Food intolerances
• IBS/IBD
• Metabolic disorders