Description

Gut IQ™ Profile – Comprehensive Gut Health & Microbiome Analysis

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The Gut IQ Profile is the most advanced stool test available for assessing overall gut health, microbiome diversity, pathogens, inflammation, digestion, detoxification, immune response, and risk for chronic disease. Using state-of-the-art shotgun metagenomic sequencing and targeted PCR, this profile gives you unprecedented insight into your gut’s microbial ecosystem and function.

Unlike conventional stool tests that target just a handful of microbes, the Gut IQ Profile detects over 28,000 microorganisms—including bacteria, fungi, viruses, archaea, and parasites—along with hundreds of functional and inflammatory markers. It also analyzes antibiotic resistance genes, pathogenic virulence factors, and microbial metabolic output, giving a full picture of your gut’s role in whole-body health.

What You’ll Receive with the Gut IQ Report

Your personalized report includes:

  • Species-Level Microbial Breakdown:
  • A full inventory of beneficial, neutral, and pathogenic species including bacteria, fungi, yeasts, parasites, and viruses—each identified to the strain level.
  • Microbiome Function Analysis:
  • Evaluation of carbohydrate, protein, and lipid metabolism, as well as production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like butyrate, acetate, propionate, and valerate.
  • Gut Barrier & Immune Markers:
  • Zonulin (leaky gut marker), calprotectin (inflammation), secretory IgA (immune response), mucus, occult blood, and other indicators of gut lining integrity.
  • Inflammation & Infection Risk:
  • Identification of inflammatory microbes, virulence genes, and markers linked to gut and systemic inflammation.
  • Antibiotic Resistance Genes:
  • A complete profile of your microbiome’s resistance to common antibiotics, including amoxicillin, macrolides, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, vancomycin, β-lactams, and others.
  • Pathogen Detection:
  • Includes a full panel of bacteria (e.g., C. difficile, H. pylori, Salmonella), viruses (e.g., norovirus, rotavirus), fungi (e.g., Candida albicans, Saccharomyces), and parasites (e.g., Giardia, Blastocystis, Entamoeba histolytica).
  • Microbiome Diversity & Balance Metrics:
  • Shannon Diversity Index, Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes ratio, Gram-positive/Gram-negative ratio, Proteobacteria/Actinobacteria ratio, and more.
  • Chronic Disease Risk Predictions:
  • Using machine learning models based on your unique microbial composition, your report will include calculated risk scores for:
  • Colon cancer
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
  • Actionable Clinical Insights:
  • Your report includes evidence-based recommendations on diet, lifestyle, probiotics, and targeted therapeutics to support microbiome balance and gut healing.
  • Practitioner-Ready Format:
  • Easy-to-read graphical summaries, full lists of microbial abundances, interpretation of functional markers, and trend insights for follow-up comparison testing.

Who Should Consider the Gut IQ Profile?

This test is recommended for individuals experiencing or at risk for:

  • Chronic bloating, gas, or irregular bowel movements (IBS, diarrhea, constipation)
  • Fatigue, brain fog, mood swings, or anxiety
  • Autoimmune conditions (thyroid disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.)
  • Skin conditions (eczema, acne, psoriasis)
  • Food sensitivities or intolerances
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis)
  • History of antibiotic use, recurrent infections, or low immunity
  • Suspected parasitic or fungal overgrowth (e.g., Candida)
  • Suspected leaky gut or intestinal permeability
  • Poor response to diet or supplement changes

Also ideal for:

  • Functional medicine and integrative health patients
  • Wellness-seekers and biohackers
  • Pre- and post-biome restoration protocols
  • Those undergoing treatment for SIBO, gut dysbiosis, or mold/mycotoxin illness

Logistics & Turnaround

  • Sample Type: Stool
  • Shipping: Free nationwide shipping within the U.S.
  • Shipping Time: 6–8 business days to receive your kit
  • Sample Processing Time: Approximately 21 business days from lab receipt
  • Collection Instructions: Easy-to-follow guide included
  • No special diet or medication changes required prior to testing