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Article: Unlocking Your Gut Health: GI-MAP Stool Analysis Reveals the Secrets to Wellness

Unlocking Your Gut Health: GI-MAP Stool Analysis Reveals the Secrets to Wellness

Unlocking Your Gut Health: GI-MAP Stool Analysis Reveals the Secrets to Wellness

Gut health is an essential part of human well-being. Our gut is home to a complex community of microbes — both good and bad. Everything you eat and drink impacts your gut by affecting the stomach and intestines. From being the primary source of serotonin production to playing a vital role in immune function and protection against chronic illnesses, maintaining a healthy balance of good bacteria is essential for overall health.

The GI-MAP Test, offered by iThrive Healing and Beyond in collaboration with Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, is a unique and comprehensive stool analysis. It is designed to assess the levels of both beneficial and harmful bacteria in your gut. The GI-MAP detects microbes that may disrupt the gut’s microbial balance or contribute to illness, while also evaluating digestion, absorption, inflammation, and immune function.

Introduction to GI-MAP Stool Analysis & How It Works

Step-by-step guide for GI-MAP test

The GI-MAP Stool Analysis uses quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology to detect parasites, bacteria, fungi, and more by targeting their specific DNA. It provides a detailed overview of gastrointestinal function and helps uncover the root causes of various digestive disorders.

Symptoms such as brain fog, fatigue, headaches, and food sensitivities often originate in the gut. By understanding your gut microbial flora, healthcare providers can identify the underlying causes of numerous health issues, including:

  1. Autoimmune diseases
  2. Mood disorders, depression, and anxiety
  3. Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  4. Digestive complaints, including diarrhea or constipation
  5. Brain fog
  6. Skin problems, such as acne and psoriasis
  7. Leaky gut syndrome
  8. Diabetes and weight management issues
  9. Acid reflux
  10. Gastritis

The GI-MAP test analyzes over 40 different commensal and pathogenic microorganisms — including bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi — along with markers of inflammation and digestive function. This non-invasive, advanced stool test provides actionable insights to optimize digestion, immune health, and overall well-being.

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GI-MAP Stool Analysis

Sample Requirement: Stool sample only (At-home collection)

Age Eligibility: This test is suitable for individuals of all ages.

Precautions Before Using the Kit:

  • No consumption of probiotics 1 week prior to testing.
  • No consumption of antibiotics or antimicrobials 1 week prior to testing.

Sample Report

Click here to view Sample Report

Ordering and Shipping

The GI-MAP Stool Analysis kit, offered by iThrive Healing and Beyond in collaboration with Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, ensures seamless ordering and swift shipping across India.

Kit Shipping Time

Once you place an order on the iThrive website, your kit will be dispatched the following day. It will reach you within 3-4 days, depending on your location in India.

Test Instructions

This is a non-invasive, easy-to-do test. Once your order is placed, the iThrive team will contact you with sample collection and shipping instructions.

Sample Shipping

After sample collection, it will be shipped via FedEx International shipping to Diagnostic Solutions Lab in the USA for analysis. The sample will be picked up from your home and will take about 4-5 days to reach the lab.

Reports Arrival Time

The reports will be available approximately 2 weeks after the sample is received at the lab in the USA.

Order your GI Map Stool Analysis Test Kit, offered by iThrive Healing and Beyond in collaboration with Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory.

The GI-MAP Comes in Two Variants:

  1. Regular GI-MAP (as mentioned above)
  2. GI-MAP with Zonulin

GI Map Stool Analysis Test With Zonulin

GI Map Stool Analysis with Zonulin is the same as the regular GI Map test, but it includes an additional marker for diagnosing various gastrointestinal disorders such as IBS and leaky gut syndrome. Zonulin is a protein that modulates intercellular tight junctions. It has been shown to induce a significant and reversible increase in gastroduodenal and small intestinal permeability and is involved in immune response regulation.

Understanding Zonulin & Why You Need It

Zonulin is a protein that plays a key role in regulating intestinal permeability, often referred to as the "leaky gut" phenomenon. It is primarily produced in the cells of the small intestine. Zonulin acts as a molecular gatekeeper, modulating the tight junctions between epithelial cells that line the intestinal wall. These tight junctions function as a selective barrier, controlling the passage of substances from the intestines into the bloodstream. When zonulin levels become dysregulated, it can lead to increased intestinal permeability, allowing unwanted substances such as toxins, bacteria, and undigested food particles to enter the bloodstream. If you are experiencing symptoms of leaky gut or suspect you may have it, the GI Map with Zonulin is a suitable test for you.

Order your GI Map Stool Analysis Test Kit with Zonulin, offered by iThrive Healing and Beyond in collaboration with Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory.

Please note: The entire process for sample collection and shipping is the same as the process for the regular GI-MAP test mentioned above.

iThrive Healing and Beyond, in collaboration with Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, provides authentic service you can rely on.

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