This is the most comprehensive gut biome test we offer. From blood and mucus through to worms, viruses and pathogens this is the gold standard test if you have been suffering with discomfort for some time.

You can also choose to add on zonulin and H pylori.

Elevated faecal zonulin family protein has been associated with increased intestinal permeability, metabolic syndrome and obesity.

Helicobacter Pylori is a microorganism which can be found on the stomach mucosa and may contribute to gastritis, gastric ulcers, GERD and other serious pathologies.

The GI360™ can help to differentiate inflammation associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from that noted in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

This impressive report incorporates the status of beneficial bacteria, imbalanced commensal bacteria, pathogenic bacteria, parasites, worms and yeasts. The efficiency of digestion and absorption is measured via faecal elastase, fat, carbohydrate, muscle and vegetable fibres whilst the biomarkers of calprotectin, lysozyme, lactoferrin, white blood cells, red blood cells and evidence of mucus are also used to assess inflammation.

This new profile now has the addition of Beta-Glucorinadase

Q. How do you support me with my results?

In ADDITION to your lab report we provide the following options which are INCLUDED in the package prices;

A) Follow up personalised written report produced by our clinical team (click HERE for team info) highlighting dietary and lifestyle advice plus links to supplement protocols, specific doses and any further testing requirements included. We use the patient information you provide us at checkout along with your results to compile personalised action points for you.

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B) Follow up 30-minute video call to discuss your results and answer any questions you have. Once the lab has completed your results you will be sent these via email with a link to book a time and day online. You will also then be given the option to upgrade your 30-minute call to a 45-minute call for an additional £30 if you wish. During the call your practitioner will explain the results in more detail and what they mean for you. After your call you are sent a personalised list of supplements & the dose your practitioner advises with links to purchase from our supplements store. This is for your convenience. You are of course welcome to purchase supplements elsewhere. You will also be provided with a list of follow up tests should this be required plus a copy of your recorded zoom call which you can download and keep.

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C) Both Zoom call and written report with personalised next steps (Zoom call is first and written report follows).

Consider the GI360™ Profile if you suffer with gastrointestinal symptoms, autoimmune diseases, IBD/IBS Inflammation or food sensitivities, nutritional deficiencies, joint pain, chronic or acute diarrhea, bloody stool, mucosal barrier dysfunction, abdominal pain, fever or vomiting.

The GI360™ Profile is a gut microbiota DNA analysis tool that identifies and characterises the abundance and diversity of more than 45 targeted analytes that peer-reviewed research has shown to contribute to dysbiosis and other chronic disease states. The GI360™ can identify the presence of pathogenic viruses, bacteria, and parasites using multiplexed, real-time PCR. Viruses are the primary cause of acute diarrhea, and the least commonly tested. The identification of pathogenic bacteria, viruses and parasites improves treatment strategies and patient outcomes.

Methodology

The test is broken down into sections:
Commensal bacteria and GI Pathogens measured by multiplex PCR.
Gold standard microscopy of parasites, worms and yeasts.
Microscopy of red and white blood cells, muscle fibres, vegetable fibres, pollen and Charcot-Leyden Crystals.
Culturing of commensal and pathogenic bacteria
Macroscopic assessment of stool colour, consistency and presence/ absence of mucus.
Elastase and Calprotectin - BÜHLMANN fCAL® & fPELA® turbo assays
H Pylori, Lactoferrin, Lysozyme, sIgA, Zonulin - Elisa
Carbohydrates – Colormetric
Fat Stain – Sudan IV
SCFA – Gas Chromatography
Beta Glucuronidase - Quantitative endpoint enzymatic (RUO)
Occult Blood – Guaiac
Stool pH – ISE

When should I use

The GI360 Complete with zonulin and H. Pylori can help to differentiate inflammation associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from that noted in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The test can be used to identify underlying factors in digestive symptoms. The dysbiosis index, based on PCR assessment of commensal bacteria, was devised using the ROME criteria for IBS and bacteria associated with IBD. This profile is indicated for gastrointestinal symptoms, autoimmune disease, gastritis, gastric ulcers, GERD, joint pain, IBD, IBS, inflammation, increased gut permeability, food sensitivities, nutritional deficiencies and skin conditions.

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View instructions HERE

Please note the labs require 3 samples for this test. Whist it's best to collect samples on consecutive days, as long as the third sample is taken within 7 days of the first there is no problem.

This stool collection kit is posted to you via DHL, with instructions for use at home. You can arrange for DHL to collect your sample using freepost returns. If you are ordering from outside the UK we will ship via DHL or Fedex with return labels. Your sample is sent to the USA for testing with Doctors Data Labs so results take 3 weeks.