Gut Health Testing
I offer gut microbiome analysis to provide detailed insight into digestive health and identify underlying factors contributing to both gut-related and wider health symptoms.
What Is a Gut Microbiome Test?
A gut microbiome test is an advanced form of gut health testing that uses a stool sample to assess digestive function, intestinal inflammation, and the balance of bacteria within the gut.
This type of gut microbiome analysis looks beyond surface symptoms to identify patterns that may be affecting digestion, immune activity, and overall health.
It provides clinically useful information that can be used to guide nutrition and supplement support.
Why Gut Health Testing Is Important
The gut plays a central role in digestion, nutrient absorption, immune function, and hormone regulation. When gut balance is disrupted, symptoms are not always limited to digestion.
Gut microbiome testing can help identify contributing factors behind symptoms that feel persistent, unclear, or difficult to manage without targeted support.
Using objective data allows for clearer decision-making and avoids relying on trial and error.
What Can a Gut Microbiome Test Assess?
Depending on the test, gut microbiome analysis can assess:
Digestive function and enzyme activity
Intestinal inflammation
Gut microbiome balance
Markers linked to gut permeability
Factors influencing immune response
Gut pathogens (pathogenic bacteria, yeast, and parasites)
These findings can help explain both digestive symptoms and symptoms experienced elsewhere in the body.
Symptoms and Conditions Commonly Linked to Gut Imbalance
Gut health testing may be helpful for people experiencing:
Gas, bloating, or abdominal discomfort
Cramping, constipation, or diarrhoea
IBS or IBD
Skin concerns such as eczema and acne
Allergies or sensitivities
Mood-related symptoms
Autoimmune conditions
Joint aches
Blood sugar imbalance or weight changes
This testing helps build a clearer picture of how gut health may be influencing wider health patterns.
How the Test Works
This gut microbiome test uses a stool sample collected at home and sent to the laboratory for analysis.
Sample type: Stool
Clear instructions are provided, and results are reviewed in detail so they can be used to inform personalised support.
If you would like to see the type of information this gut microbiome analysis provides, you can view a sample report to understand the level of detail and clinical insight available.
Click here to view a sample report or book a free discovery call here.
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