Comprehensive Stool Analysis
General Description
The Comprehensive Stool Analysis detects the presence of pathogenic microorganisms such as yeast, parasites, and bacteria which contribute to chronic illness and neurological dysfunction. It provides helpful information about prescription and natural products effective against specific microorganism strains detected in the sample. The test also evaluates beneficial bacteria levels, intestinal immune function, overall intestinal health (presence of occult blood, short chain fatty acids analysis, pH, and mucus) and inflammation markers.
Many chronic disorders come from digestive problems and inadequate nutrient absorption. Proper gastrointestinal function is responsible to ensure the elimination of toxic substances, pathogenic microbes and undigested food particles from the body to prevent infections, toxic reactions, allergies and other health problems. Nutrients require a specific internal environment to be properly digested and transported to different parts of the body.
Abnormal intestinal microorganisms in gastrointestinal tract are widely known to cause disease. Research also shows the relationship between the gastrointestinal tract and other systems in the body such as the neurological, hepatic and immune systems also exists. For example, excessive yeast produces toxic substances, which can pass through the blood-brain barrier and alter neurological functioning causing “brain fog,” behavior problems and learning difficulties. Excessive bacteria byproducts can interfere with neurotransmitters and cause chronic fatigue. Beneficial bacteria, on the other hand, helps with vitamin absorption and preventing infections.
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Test Includes
Parameters for digestion & absorption
Cultures for bacteria
Cultures for yeast
Parasite testing
Sensitivity panels
Inflammatory markers
Stool metabolic markers
Infectious pathogens
Benefits of the Comprehensive Stool Analysis
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The amount of beneficial bacteria in the GI tract is determined |
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The digestive parameters aid in the diagnosis of intestinal disfunction without envasive procedures |
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Inflammation and immune markers will aid in appropriate treatments |
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Many different pathogens have the potential to be isolated and identified |
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Exact treatment can determined when species of pathogen is identified |
Testimonials
“Within a few weeks of starting treatment for the yeast and bacterial problems I started feeling better than I had felt in years”
– Email to Dr. Shaw from the Director at the Fibromyalgia Coalition International
Brochure
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Analyte List
Bacterial culture: 73 possible species of imbalanced and dysbiotic bacteria, 4 species of beneficial bacteria; Yeast (Mycology) culture: 48 possible yeast and fungal species; Yeast (microscopy ─ visible presence of yeast cells); Parasite isolation: 22 possible parasites; Digestion and Absorption markers: Elastase, Fat Stain, Muscle Fibers, Vegetable Fibers, and Carbohydrates; Inflammation markers: Lysozyme, Lactoferrin, White Blood Cells, Mucus; Immunology: Secretory Immunoglobulin A (sIgA); Short Chain Fatty Acids: Acetate, Propionate, Butyrate, Valerate; Intestinal health markers: Red Blood Cells, pH, Occult Blood, Yeast (microscopy ─ visible presence of yeast cells); Yeast sensitivity to: Fluconazole, Itraconazole, Ketoconazole, Nystatin, Berberine, Caprylic Acid, Goldenseal, Oregano, Tanalbit, Undecylenic Acid, Uva Ursi; Bacterial sensitivity to: Amoxicillin, Ampicillin, Augmentin, Ciprofloxacin, Trimeth-sulfa, Berberine, Black Walnut, Caprylic Acid, Cats Claw, Citrus Seed Extract, Goldenseal, Oregano, Uva Ursi; For Staphylococcus aureus: Benzypenicillin, Oxacillin, Tetracycline, Trimeth-sulfa, Vancomycin, Berberine, Black Walnut, Caprylic Acid, Cats Claw, Citrus Seed Extract, Goldenseal, Oregano, Uva Ursi
Turn Around Time
The turn around time for this test is 2-4 weeks, unless unforeseen circumstances arise.
Specimen Requirements
Sample must be collected on two separate days (at least 12 hours apart). It is preferred that the specimen is received within 5 days after the first collection and required within 10 days of the first collection. It is recommended to discontinue use of any antibiotic and antifungal products 2 weeks before collecting samples for the test. The patient must discontinue digestive enzymes, antacids, iron supplements, vitamin C over 250 mg, aspirin, anti-inflammatories, and large amounts of meat 48 hours prior to the collection of the specimen.
CPT Codes
82272 82492 82656 83516 83631 83986 85549 87045 87046 87102 87177*2 87209*2
87328 87329 89125 89160
Kit Instructions
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