GI Balance

What this laboratory test evaluates

Incorporate gastrointestinal health in cardiovascular care with the GI Balance test. It provides a comprehensive picture of your gut microbiome by assessing the metabolic pathways and physiological properties that rely on the gut microbiome to thrive. The information provided in the report helps one to understand the health of the microbiome and which specific nutrients are needed to optimize the gut microbiome on an individual level.

Additional test information

This test provides an overview of the microbiome, looking at the balance of Firmicutes and Bacteroides and the most prevalent phylum in each category. It evaluates the diversity of the microbiome, bacteria producing vitamins and short-chain fatty acids, and cardiovascular risk markers TMA and LPS. The report includes food and supplement recommendations to correct imbalances.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Stool
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 14 business days after the lab receives samples.

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.

Related Sunridge care

Learn how Sunridge approaches Digestive Conditions and ask whether this test is appropriate for your clinical question.