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Microbiology Profile
Genova Diagnostics1 test optionFrom $270.90
Microbiology Profile
Genova DiagnosticsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
The Microbiology Analysis test offers a comprehensive culture survey of a patient's gut microbiota using established clinical methods. This test also aids in determining appropriate therapeutic interventions, including sensitivities to pharmaceutical or botanical antimicrobial agents.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Stool
- Fasting: No
- 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.
Related Sunridge care
Learn how Sunridge approaches Digestive Conditions and ask whether this test is appropriate for your clinical question.
Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Stool. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should arrive 21 business days after the lab receives samples.. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
The Microbiology Analysis test offers a comprehensive culture survey of a patient's gut microbiota using established clinical methods. This test also aids in determining appropriate therapeutic interventions, including sensitivities to pharmaceutical or botanical antimicrobial agents.
Highlighted health areas
- Gastrointestinal
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Yeast Culture
- Bacteria Culture