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.)

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What is the Test Recommended for?

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.

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Treatment Options

Treatment reccomendations vary, depending on test results. There are several possibile suggestions:

  • Diet supplementation, primarily with nutrients which increase the quantity of beneficial bacteria (e.g. lactobaccilli) in the GI tract
  • Diet modification
  • Oral antifungal or antibacterial (anaerobic) medications
  • Vitamins and Antioxidants
  • 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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