Testing
Conventional GI & next generation testing
Colonoscopy
Investigative test of the colon
Colonoscopy looks at the inner lining of the colon and has many uses beyond just screening for colon cancer. It allows us to assess the general health of the colon, identify inflammation, and remove pre-cancerous polyps. Inflammatory states may be visible during colonoscopy (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis), or microscopic and visible only on biopsies taken during the procedure (lymphocytic and collagenous colitis).
Microbiome Sequencing
Next generation microbiome testing
An easy 1-2-3 step process to understanding your gut bacteria, microbiome sequencing gives you a comprehensive breakdown of your microbiome based on research from the NIH Human Microbiome Project. You’ll learn how your gut microbiota compares with others and will find out how well your gut bacteria metabolizes carbohydrates and over 100 other functions.
SIBO Breath Test
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth
The Small Intestine Bacteria Overgrowth (SIBO) Breath Test is a non-invasive, easy to use, at home gastrointestinal test that detects bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine. SIBO is a common gastrointestinal disorder that often underlies chronic gastrointestinal symptoms of maldigestion and malabsorption, including bloating, gas, diarrhea, irregularity, and abdominal pain.
Intestinal Permeability
Leaky gut test
The Intestinal Permeability (IP) Assessment is a powerful, noninvasive test taken in the comfort of your home that measures absorption and barrier function of the gut. The small intestine functions as a digestive and absorptive organ for nutrients. It also acts as a powerful immune and physical barrier against excessive pathogenic bacteria, food antigens and other macromolecules.
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Digestive Center for Wellness Blog
Musings on digestive health
Gutbliss Weekly Review – May 9, 2018
1. Patterned hair loss could be due to gut bacteria imbalance. Antibiotic-induced dysbiosis, characterized by an overgrowth of Lactobacillus murinus (a gut bacteria strain that depletes biotin – vitamin B7, a nutrient associated with hair growth), in mice fed a biotin deficient diet altered gut metabolic function and resulted in alopecia (or hair loss). When consuming a biotin supplement, alopecia symptoms were reversed. Cell Reports Read More