The prevalence of gastrointestinal complaints in general practice is impressively large. Although many of these complaints are vague, the long-term clinical consequences of untreated complaints may be impaired nutrient assimilation with reduced regenerative capacity and an increased rate of aging. Some causes of these complaints can be investigated using the Gastrointestinal Health Panel™. This is a 15- or 22-parameter analysis that evaluates gastrointestinal function and health non-invasively. The panel employs three stool and two saliva specimens.

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GI Health Panel™: Provider Overview

Causes of GI Dysfunction

Pathogenic

  • Parasitic infestations
  • Yeast overgrowth
  • Fungal infections
  • Normal flora imbalances
  • Bacterial overgrowth and infections

Neuroenteric (not part of panel)

Dystonia of GI smooth muscle
Dysrhythmia of GI smooth muscle
Sympathetic/parasympathetic imbalance

Non-pathogenic

Acquired or genetically determined functional and structural GI complaints
External stressors
Dietary intolerances and allergies
Environmental factors
Pharmacological factors

Clinical Indications for GI Testing

Inflammatory bowel disease
Loose stool or diarrhea after travel or camping
Chronic loose stool or constipation
Sudden changes in bowel habits
Insomnia
Hyperactivity
Fat, grain and food intolerance
Bloating, maldigestion and heartburn
School- and pool-acquired GI problems
Excess gas and flatulence
Chronic abdominal discomfort or pain
Chronic skin conditions
Chronic fatigue and ﬁbromyalgia
Excessive eating or anorexia