Getting Tested
Information About the Microbial Test Panel
What is the Microbial Test Panel?
The Microbial Test Panel checks for yeast and bacteria
byproducts, as illustrated below.
(See detailed listing in test profiles.)
What is the Test Recommended for?
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Susptected yeast and bateria-related
problems.
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How much does the Microbial Test Panel Cost?
The test kit is free; please see our price
list for current processing charges including courier charges (for
US residents) and a full report, along with professional
consultation concerning test results.
Other questions about cost are answered in our Testing
FAQ and Insurance & Payment Information.
This test may not be covered by many insurance policies.
Treatment Options
Treatment reccomendations vary, depending on test results. There are
several possibile suggestions:
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Diet supplementation, primarily with nutrients which increase the
quantity of beneficial bacteria (e.g. lactobaccilli) in the GI tract
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Diet modification
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Oral antifungal or antibacterial (anaerobic) medications
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Vitamins and Antioxidants
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Reduction of exposure to toxic chemicals
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Benefits of the Microbial Test Panel
- Knowledge to facilitate appropriate treatment
- Consultation about results is included with each test at The Great
Plains Laboratory
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