Description

The GI-MAP test is a highly advanced stool analysis that evaluates the health of your gut microbiome. It detects a wide range of microorganisms—both beneficial and harmful—and provides key insights into digestion, immunity, inflammation, and gut-related stress.

Why This Test Matters

Your gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that influence digestion, immunity, mood, skin health, and even hormone balance. An imbalance—whether due to infection, inflammation, or poor diet—can contribute to a wide range of symptoms, including:

  • Chronic digestive issues (bloating, cramping, irregular bowel movements)
  • Food sensitivities or poor nutrient absorption
  • Skin conditions (e.g., eczema, rashes)
  • Fatigue, brain fog, or mood swings
  • Frequent illness or low immunity

What the GI-MAP Test Evaluates

  • Digestive function (including pancreatic enzyme levels)
  • Pathogenic bacteria, parasites, fungi, and viruses
  • Beneficial and commensal bacteria
  • Intestinal inflammation and immune response
  • Gut permeability and mucosal barrier markers
  • Antibiotic resistance genes (e.g., for H. pylori)
  • Markers for gluten sensitivity and autoimmunity

Biomarkers Included (Selected Examples)

Pathogens & Opportunistic Microbes

  • H. pylori (including virulence factors like cagA, vacA, dupA, etc.)
  • C. difficile Toxin A & B
  • E. coli subtypes (EHEC, ETEC, EIEC, etc.)
  • Salmonella spp.
  • Norovirus GI/GII
  • Giardia, Cryptosporidium, Blastocystis hominis
  • Candida species and other fungi

Beneficial Flora

  • Bifidobacterium spp.
  • Lactobacillus spp.
  • Faecalibacterium prausnitzii
  • Akkermansia muciniphila
  • Roseburia spp.

Markers of Inflammation & Immunity

  • Calprotectin – Indicates intestinal inflammation
  • SIgA – Secretory immunoglobulin A, key for mucosal immunity
  • Anti-Gliadin IgA – Marker for gluten sensitivity
  • Eosinophil Protein X – Allergy/inflammation indicator

Digestive Function

  • Pancreatic Elastase 1 – Measures exocrine pancreatic output
  • Steatocrit – Assesses fat malabsorption

Other Notable Microbes

  • Klebsiella, Proteus, Pseudomonas, Streptococcus, Staphylococcus
  • Methanobacteriaceae – Linked to constipation and methane SIBO
  • Desulfovibrio, Prevotella, Bacteroides, and more

Test Format & Timing

  • Collection Method: At-home stool sample kit (easy-to-follow instructions included)
  • Processing Time: Results available in approximately 14 business days (excluding shipping)
  • Fasting: Not required

Who Should Consider This Test?

  • Individuals with ongoing digestive discomfort or IBS-like symptoms
  • Those with skin issues, chronic fatigue, or mood changes
  • People with autoimmune conditions or food intolerances
  • Anyone with a history of frequent antibiotic or steroid use
  • Individuals interested in optimizing gut and immune health