In the past few months, I have been researching new diagnostic tests that can pinpoint issues causing illness and diseases related to the gut. Over the past few years, researchers have focused increasingly on the importance of gut bacteria and how the gut organisms impact the immune system, psychological balance, weight, and other issues commonly seen in my practice. There are two tests I have found that are useful in this regard. The one I have used most extensively to date is the GI Map Test.
What it does: The GI Map Test by Diagnostic Solutions Lab solves many of issues digestive and immune.
What is can diagnose:The GI map test measures the contents of your digestive tract using the newest DNA technologies. It is a test that measures for: bacteria, fungi, parasites, virus, antibodies, and inflammatory markers. In my practice since using the GI map test with patients, I have been able to help every patient tested based on their test results.
The test provides me with specific information about: autoimmune diseases, including diabetes, parasites, leaky gut, immune and allergy problems, abnormal bacterial balance, SIBO, ulcers, important bowel diseases, gluten sensitivity, and obesity.
Cost: The test is generally covered by insurance, including Medicare, indicating that it is a reliable test that has been fully documented scientifically.
How it works: After you are given a specimen kit, you follow directions to provide the lab a small specimen that you mail directly to the lab. I then receive a report from the lab in 7-10 days, and I convey the results my patients as soon as I get them. We then can determine what supplements, pre or probiotics you need or if there is any additional treatment that may benefit your health.
Benefits: I am excited about the technology of this test because it allows me to monitor information on inflammation and imbalances that can help correct and prevent problems and their progression before they become serious. It is a great tool in preventive medicine and for keeping my patients healthy and free from developing debilitating diseases.
Because of the benefits of this test, I recommend that my patients all consider doing this test so they can remain healthy and vibrant, free of the stressors that may be unknown to them.
Some of the symptoms and conditions caused by disruption of the gastrointestinal microbe are:
Gastrointestinal symptoms
- Abdominal Pain
- Bloating
- Constipation
- Crohn’s disease
- Diarrhea
- Food poisoning
- Gastric cancer
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal reflux
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Leaky Gut
- Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
- Ulcer
- Ulcerative colitis
- Vomiting
Autoimmune Conditions
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Reactive arthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritisAllergic Diseases
- Asthma
- Eczema
- Rhinitis
You can read more about this test at: www.diagnosticsolutions.com
