Comprehensive Stool Analysis

Sample Report

One of the most reported symptoms in a doctor’s office is abdominal pain. Abdominal pain is non-specific and can be linked to a number of illnesses which can make diagnosing you difficult. One of the major causes of abdominal pain is digestive tract complaints. This is especially true when linked with other symptoms like diarrhea, constipation, or bloating. Therefore, one of the best ways to check out the digestive system is through diagnostic testing. Out of the many options available, a comprehensive stool analysis and parasitology is one of the most insightful.

About the Test

This test checks out five different parts of the digestive system. First, it looks at the gut microbiome. Do you have the normal types and amount of bacteria and then the correct ratio of good bacteria? Second, are there any bad bacteria, yeast, or parasites present? If bad bacteria are found, they are cultured and exposed to different medicine and nutraceuticals in order to determine what kills them. That way we know exactly what products to use to get you back on the right track. Third, how well is the digestive tract performing its main task of breaking down food? Digestive markers are examined to determine the functioning of the digestive tract because digestion is one of the primary jobs of the gut. Fourth, is the digestive tract inflamed? Finally, what is the state of the digestive tract immune system. Is the digestive tract trying to fight something off?

Test Methodology

For this stool analysis three different stool samples are collected over the course of three different days and sent to a lab to be examined. From the start of collection you have one week to get all three samples collected. It takes approximately two weeks to receive the results back from the lab. During that period of time waiting for the results, some basic treatments may be started to lay the foundation for further treatment. Shortly after your results come in, your doctor will have a consultation with you to go over the results in detail and discuss how they apply to your chief complaint. The results of this analysis can be used to make dietary changes, treat specific conditions, or repair damage done to the digestive tract.

Call our office to schedule a consultation if your gut symptoms are keeping you from enjoying life the way you should.