Microbiome + H. pylori context screen
Microbiome + H. pylori context screen by i-screen in Gut health.
- At-home test
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Common Gut Parasites (by PCR)
Automated DNA search for common UK species by Laboratory PCR
- At-home test
- Doctor reviewed
- Sample
- Stool
- Collection
- At-home stool sample by post
- Results in
- 5 days
- Biomarkers
- 3
- Doctor reviewed
- Yes
Tests for
- Campylobacter
- Cryptosporidium
- Salmonella
- Shigella
- ST E.coli
Test specifications
- Provider
- Blue Horizon Medicals
- Sample type
- stool
- Collection method
- at-home stool sample by post
- Turnaround time
- 5 days
- Biomarkers tested
- 3
- At-home test
- Yes
- Doctor reviewed
- Yes
- Gender focus
- Both
What's tested
5 biomarkers as listed by Blue Horizon Medicals.
- Campylobacter
- Cryptosporidium
- Salmonella
- Shigella
- ST E.coli
About this test
This stool test uses advanced PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) technology to detect DNA from the most common protozoal parasites found in the UK. It is a convenient home test kit designed to screen for specific parasitic infections that cause gastrointestinal symptoms.
Please note: This is not a microscopy-based test and it does not detect all worm eggs, ova, or non-UK parasites. See full details below for what's included.
Important: This test seeks protozoal cysts' and parasites' DNA using PCR technology. It does not detect worm eggs, helminths, or non-native parasites.
Test Inclusions
- Test Method: Automated PCR (DNA detection)
- Sample Type: Stool (single sample)
- Parasites Detected:TBC
Who Is This Test Suitable For?
Individuals with gastrointestinal symptoms such as:
- Persistent diarrhoea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Recent exposure to untreated water or farm animals
Not suitable for:
Testing for worms (helminths) or non-UK parasites
Individuals recently returned from overseas - please contact us for alternative microscopy-based parasitology testing
Description provided by Blue Horizon Medicals.
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