Digestive symptoms can affect far more than the gut. Many people are surprised to learn that imbalances within their digestive tract may influence energy, inflammation, immune function, hair, brain health, mood, sleep, nutrient absorption, skin health, metabolism, and overall wellness.
This testing may be helpful for individuals experiencing:
Our most comprehensive stool testing option combines advanced stool analysis with a comprehensive parasitology evaluation to provide an in-depth look at digestive health, microbiome balance, immune activity, inflammation, digestion, absorption, and potential gastrointestinal pathogens.
Because parasites and other organisms may not be shed consistently every day, this testing requires the collection of three stool samples over approximately 3–5 days, increasing the likelihood of detecting organisms that may otherwise be missed with a single sample.
Your digestive tract contains trillions of microorganisms that play important roles in digestion, immune function, metabolism, and overall health.
This test evaluates:
The test screens for markers that may indicate:
Comprehensive parasitology testing evaluates for a wide variety of organisms, including:
The multi-day collection process helps improve the detection of organisms that may be intermittently present in the stool.
Chronic inflammation within the digestive tract may contribute to digestive symptoms and broader wellness concerns.
Markers may include:
These markers provide valuable information regarding gut immune activity and intestinal health.
The stool test also evaluates how effectively the digestive system is processing and absorbing nutrients.
Areas assessed may include:
Additional testing may include:
Many individuals spend years managing their symptoms without fully understanding what may be happening within the digestive tract.
Advanced stool testing provides valuable information that may help identify patterns related to digestion, inflammation, microbiome balance, nutrient absorption, immune activity, and gastrointestinal health.
Because digestive health influences many systems throughout the body, understanding these patterns can be an important step toward a more personalized wellness plan.
Results are typically available within approximately 2–3 weeks after the laboratory receives all specimens.
Your results include personalized recommendations designed to help you better understand your findings and identify potential next steps for supporting digestive health and overall wellness.
Many clients choose to combine this test with our Food Intolerance & Gluten Testing Panel for a more comprehensive evaluation of digestive health, gut inflammation, food reactions, and potential dietary triggers.
With over 30 years of experience in holistic nutrition and wellness, Alane personally reviews test results and provides individualized wellness recommendations designed around your unique needs and goals
Alane Wincek is a naturopath, holistic nutritionist, and functional wellness practitioner with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals better understand factors that may influence their health. Her areas of focus include hormones, thyroid health, metabolism, inflammation, autoimmunity, food sensitivities, Lyme disease education, and functional laboratory testing.
Important: Laboratory testing and recommendations are provided for educational and wellness purposes only and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always discuss health concerns and laboratory findings with your licensed healthcare provider.
