The UK’s most comprehensive genetic methylation test using the Gary Brecka method. Simple home cheek swab kit — includes GP and Functional Medicine Practitioner comments with your results
The Candida, Yeast and Sensitivity Test + Microbiology Test checks for an overgrowth of yeast, including Candida. It includes sensitivity testing to show which natural or pharmaceutical agents may be effective against any yeasts detected.
Candida is a type of yeast that can be part of the digestive flora. If the natural balance of the gut is disrupted, Candida may overgrow.
The test uses a laboratory method called Culture & ID. The lab grows microbes from the sample so they can identify Candida and other yeasts, as well as bacteria—including beneficial, imbalanced and dysbiotic bacteria such as Clostridium species—and infectious pathogens. Sensitivity testing can also help identify which antimicrobial treatments may work against the bacteria and fungi detected.
Many symptoms associated with an overgrowth of yeast and it can be hard to distinguish the source of symptoms so testing is often the key to clarity.
Toxic byproducts released by yeast can set off a multitude of both subtle and overt symptoms. These range from headaches, fatigue, and inability to concentrate, to low sex drive, recurrent vaginitis, skin irritations, and even failing vision as well as the following:
Overgrowth of the yeast candida albicans can be signified by a large number of skin problems. In fact, some experts estimate that 15% of patients with an overgrowth of the yeast candida have some type of skin problem such as;
Factors that can trigger a yeast over growth such as candida include:
The Candida, Yeast and Sensitivity Test + Microbiology Testmeasures which yeasts and bacteria grow from the sample, including Candida and other yeasts, beneficial and potentially imbalanced bacteria, and infectious pathogens. It also tests the sensitivity of any relevant yeasts, bacteria or fungi detected to selected natural and pharmaceutical antimicrobial agents.
The Candida, Yeast and Sensitivity Test + Microbiology Test requires a stool sample.
The probiotic yeast saccharomyces boulardii may influence the candida, yeast with sensitivity test results so should be stopped before testing along with antifungal supplements or antifungal medication – but please only stop any medication with your doctors consent.
The Candida, Yeast and Sensitivity Test + Microbiology Test is suitable for adults and children that are 3 years and above.
Results for the Candida, Yeast and Sensitivity Test + Microbiology Test take 14 days.
Your Candida, Yeast and Sensitivity Test + Microbiology Test results will be emailed to you.
This sample report includes the bile acids and SCFA’s add on
All sample reports are for representational and educational purposes only. Biomarkers, references ranges, results, and all other data may differ from actual reports. All data included in no way represents an actual patient. Any comparisons of results to actual patients is completely incidental.
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The laboratories are closed from the 28th March – 2nd April for the Easter Holiday.