Your results will be e-mailed to you in 10-30 days after receiving the sample. Turn around time varies depending on the lab test ordered.
Biomarkers are grouped and scored in 5 key areas relating to GI function:
- Maldigestion
- Inflammation
- Dysbiosis
- Metabolite Imbalance
- Infection
Extensive scientific research associates an imbalance of the normal gut microbiota or dysbiosis to gastrointestinal conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), but also celiac disease, cardiovascular disease, neurological disorders, malnutrition, skin conditions, autoimmune disorders, immune system imbalances, and multiple inflammatory disorders.
The GI Effects Comprehensive Test will report on biomarkers analysis, providing comprehensive information for developing strategic interventions. Symptoms usually improve as identified functional inadequacies and imbalances are normalized through lifestyle, targeted dietary, and supplementation therapeutics.
The specific biomarkers measured in this test reflect the 3 key functions of gut health:
Why is it important to check your gut health?
It is important to assess digestive function, intestinal inflammation, and the intestinal microbiome to assist in managing gastrointestinal health. The entire body's health depends on a healthy gut and gut microbiome.
What symptoms might you have that would make it important to check your gut health?
- Depression or anxiety
- Gas, bloating, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain
- Allergies
- Joint aches
- Weight issues
- Autoimmune diseases
Giardia
Coprococcus eutactus
Endolimax nana
Veillonella spp.
Trichomonads
Cystoisospora spp.
Iodamoeba buetschlii
Entamoeba polecki
Entamoeba hartmanni
Entamoeba histolytica/dispar
Chilomastix mesnili
Blastocystis spp.
Balantidium coli
Schistosoma spp.
Paragonimus spp.
Heterophyes/Metagonimus
Clonorchis/Opisthorchis spp.
Taenia spp.
Hymenolepis nana
Hymenolepis diminuta
Dipylidium caninum
Diphyllobothrium latum
Dientamoeba fragilis
Klebsiella pneumoniae
F/B Ratio
Trichuris trichiura
Ascaris lumbricoides
Entamoeba coli
Collinsella aerofaciens
Clostridium spp.
Total Cholesterol
Butyrivibrio crossotus
Bifidobacterium longum
Bacteroides-Prevotella group
Bacteroides vulgatus
a-Hemolytic Strep
Anaerotruncus colihominis
Akkermansia muciniphila
Acetate %
Calprotectin
Fusobacterium spp.
Lactobacillus spp.
Bifidobacterium spp.
Butyrate %
Triglycerides
SCFAs
Propionate %
Phospholipids
Pancreatic Elastase 1
Oxalobacter formigenes
Strongyloides stercoralis
Enterobius vermicularis
Capillaria philippinensis
Methanobrevibacter smithii
LCFAs
Occult Blood
Total Fecal Fat
Faecalibacterium prausnitzii
E. coli
Desulfovibrio piger
SIgA
Cryptosporidium spp.
Candida spp.
Pseudoflavonifractor spp.
Fasciola hepatica
Fasciolopsis buski
Eosinophil Protein X
Butyrate
Cyclospora cayetanensis
Hookworm
Barnesiella spp.
Roseburia spp.
Ruminococcus spp.
Prevotella spp.
Odoribacter spp.
Beta-Glucuronidase
Cryptosporidium parvum/hominis
Total Valerate + Isobutyrate + Isovalerate
How It Works
1
Order Your Test
24-28 hours after the order is placed, you'll get an email from our partner, Rupa Health, who will help facilitate the shipment from the lab. Test kits will be shipped and received in 2-4 business days.
2
Take Your Test
You will receive personalized testing instructions from Rupa Health This will include instructions for your tests, and assistance finding a nearby phlebotomist if your test requires a blood draw.
3
Analyze Your Test
Results are comprehensive and will give you in-depth data into your health. View sample results when browsing tests. You may download these results and share them with your medical provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I take the Biological Age Test?
What should I do if I take the test and I receive an abnormal result?
No consultations are provided at this time. Please make an appointment with your primary care physician and discuss your results with him/her. We do not offer medical advice, treatment, or prescriptions.
Do you take insurance?
No, we do not accept insurance. You may however use your HSA/ FSA.
I’ve received my results, now what?
At this time we don’t offer physician follow up appointments. The results can be downloaded and taken with you to discuss with your primary care physician.
Are these tests available in every state?
Due to state restrictions, Proactive Wellness lab tests are not available to residents of New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island.
Do I need to be referred by a doctor to order a test?
No. No referral required.
How do I share my results with my doctor?
You may download the results and either print or email them to share with your doctor.
Can I stop going to my primary care physician?
No, this is not in replacement of your annual physical. Your annual physical blood work will measure standard lab work that we do not test for.
How often should I get tested?
Testing is generally recommended every 6 months- 1 year.
How accurate are my results?
Each laboratory we use to help you get tested is CLIA-certified, which means they must meet or exceed high precision, accuracy and validity standards.