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Intestinal Permeability Assessment
Genova Diagnostics1 test optionFrom $283.50
Intestinal Permeability Assessment
Genova DiagnosticsWhat this laboratory test evaluates
The Intestinal Permeability Assessment directly measures the ability of two non-metabolized sugar molecules to permeate the intestinal mucosa. It assesses small intestinal absorption and barrier function in the bowel to help diagnose malabsorption and intestinal permeability/leaky gut.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Urine
- Fasting: Yes
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 21 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.
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About this test
The Intestinal Permeability Assessment directly measures the ability of two non-metabolized sugar molecules to permeate the intestinal mucosa. It assesses small intestinal absorption and barrier function in the bowel to help diagnose malabsorption and intestinal permeability/leaky gut.
Highlighted health areas
- Autoimmune
- Gastrointestinal
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Lactulose Percent Recovery
- Mannitol Percent Recovery
- Lactulose/Mannitol Ratio