Estimated turn-around: 15-20 days

Advantages of the GI Effects Stool Profile: * Greater Accuracy Microbial DNA analysis improves the accuracy of results and includes both aerobes and anaerobes. Anaerobes comprise over 95% of the bacteria in the gut and are difficult to detect with old culture methods. * Antibiotic resistance genes DNA analysis detects organisms possessing genes that give rise to antibiotic resistance, offering clinicians a superior tool for effective patient management. * Single Sample Collection Culture methods require multiple collections, whereas the GI Effects Stool Profile requires only one sample collection leading to improved patient compliance! * Eliminates Errors in Transport Sample transport is a source of significant error in culture analysis due to the change in microbial balance from the time of collection. Using DNA analysis, the specimen is placed in a fixative tube that stops microbial growth and offers a highly accurate snapshot of the microbial balance in the gut. * Increased Sensitivity GI Effects detects as few as 5 cells per gram – a 5000-fold increase in sensitivity over microscopy for parasite detection. * A Better Value No reflex or add-on costs for additional testing!

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Estimated turn-around: 20 days

Includes #2105..Microbial DNA analysis improves the accuracy of results and includes both aerobes and anaerobes. . . . → Read More: Metametrix 2100 Gastrointestinal Function Profile

Estimated turn-around: 15-20 days

This DNA assessment is specific and accurate, avoids the pitfalls of sample transport, reports results as specific numbers, and is more sensitive than classic laboratory methods.

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