GI MAP Test + Consultation

This test and consultation service is available for individuals who meet the following criteria:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Not currently pregnant or breastfeeding.

• No diagnosed active kidney disease, cancer, or eating disorder.

• Must reside outside the USA and Canada.

If you are unsure whether you meet these requirements, please contact me before purchasing.

The GI MAP provides key insights into your gut health, helping you understand:

• Pathogens and Infections: Detect bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi.

• Microbial Balance: Identify imbalances in gut bacteria (dysbiosis).

• Inflammation and Immune Function: Assess markers like calprotectin and secretory IgA.

• Digestive Health: Understand enzyme activity and nutrient absorption.

• Accurate and Detailed Results: The GI-MAP is a DNA-based test that uses advanced qPCR technology to detect microbial DNA. Results reflect the levels of pathogenic strains carrying toxin genes, rather than the levels of toxins themselves. Unlike traditional stool tests, it can detect anaerobes, viruses, and virulence factors that are often missed.

• Expert Guidance: A one-on-one consultation with a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner ensures you fully understand your results and receive the support you need to take actionable steps to address your gut health and overall well-being.

This test is ideal for individuals experiencing:

• Digestive Symptoms: Bloating, gas, diarrhoea, irregular bowel movements, IBD, IBS.

• Systemic Symptoms: Fatigue, brain fog, unexplained low energy, chronic inflammation.

• Skin Conditions: Acne, eczema, psoriasis, rashes.

• Other Conditions: Food intolerances, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune issues, suspected infections (H. pylori, SIBO).

• Proactive Health: For individuals looking to optimise gut health and overall well-being.

• Bacterial Pathogens

  Campylobacter

  C. difficile Toxin A

  C. difficile Toxin B

  Enterohemorrhagic E. coli

  E. coli O157

  Enteroinvasive E. coli/Shigella

  Enterotoxigenic E. coli LT/ST

  Shiga-like Toxin E. coli stx1

  Shiga-like Toxin E. coli stx2

  Salmonella

  Vibrio cholerae

  Yersinia enterocolitica

• Parasitic Pathogens

  Cryptosporidium

  Entamoeba histolytica

  Giardia

• Viral Pathogens

  Adenovirus 40/41

  Norovirus GI

• H. pylori

  A common bacteria linked to ulcers, chronic gastritis, and stomach cancer.

• Virulence Factors

  babA, cabA, cabPAI, dupA, iceA, opiA, vacA.

• Normal/Commensal Bacteria

  Akkermansia muciniphila

  Bacteroides fragilis

  Bifidobacterium spp.

  Clostridia (class)

  Enterobacter spp.

  Enterococcus spp.

  Escherichia spp.

  Faecalibacterium prausnitzii

  Lactobacillus spp.

  Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes Ratio

• Opportunistic/Overgrowth Bacteria

  Enterococcus faecalis

  Enterococcus faecium

  Methanobacteriaceae (family)

  Morganella morganii

  Pseudomonas spp.

  Pseudomonas aeruginosa

  Staphylococcus spp.

  Staphylococcus aureus

  Streptococcus spp.

• Opportunistic/Overgrowth Bacteria Linked To Autoimmunity

  Citrobacter spp.

  Citrobacter freundii

  Fusobacterium spp.

  Klebsiella spp.

  Klebsiella pneumoniae

  Mycobacterium avium

  Prevotella copri

  Proteus spp.

  Proteus mirabilis

• Fungi/Yeast

  Candida albicans

  Candida spp.

  Geotrichum spp.

  Microsporidia spp.

  Rhodoturula spp.

• Protozoa

  Blastocystis hominis

  Chilomastix mesnelli

  Cyclospora cayetanenensis

  Dientamoeba fragilis

  Endolimax nana

  Entamoeba coli

  Pentatrichomonas hominis

• Worms

  Ancylostoma duodenale

  Ascaris lumbricoides

  Necator americanus

  Trichuris trichiura

  Taenia solium/saginada

• Intestinal Health Markers

  Digestion: Elastase-1, Steatocrit

  Inflammation: Calprotectin

  Leaky Gut: Zonulin*

  Immune Response: SIgA, Anti-gliadin SIgA

• H. pylori Resistant Genes

  Amoxicillin

  Clarithromycin

  Fluoroquinolones

  Tetracycline

• Universal Antibiotic Resistant Genes

  β-lactamase

  Fluoroquinolones

  Macrolides

  Vancomycin

*Zonulin is a key marker for intestinal permeability ("leaky gut"). When intestinal permeability is present, microbes and other substances may escape the gut lumen and infect extraintestinal sites. Zonulin is only tested in the "GI MAP with Zonulin" package.

1. Order Your Test
   Purchase the GI MAP (Test + Consultation). Your test kit will arrive within 7 days of payment.

2. Complete Your Intake Forms

   You’ll complete a detailed intake questionnaire covering your health concerns, medical history, medications, and stressors. You’ll also track your food habits over three days to provide a clear picture of your current routines.

3. Collect Your Sample
   Once your kit arrives, follow the instructions to collect your stool sample and return it to the lab using the prepaid shipping label.

4. Wait For Sample Analysis
   Your results will typically be ready in 21 days +/- 4 days. Once available, I’ll contact you to schedule our session.

5. 90-Minute Consultation
   During our one-on-one consultation, we’ll review your results and discuss what they mean. Together, we’ll create a personalised plan tailored to your specific goals and needs.

6. Follow Your Plan
   After the consultation, you’ll receive a detailed report with actionable recommendations, including targeted dietary changes, supplements, and lifestyle strategies to support your wellness journey.

To ensure accurate results, please follow these guidelines before completing your GI MAP test:

• 2 Weeks Before the Test

  Where possible, stop taking antibiotics and antifungal medications.

• 3 Days Before the Test

  Stop taking oral castor oil, laxatives, probiotics, digestive enzymes, amino acids, and gut-related supplements (e.g., prebiotics, liver support supplements).

  Avoid aspirin or ibuprofen.

• 2 Days Before the Test

  Follow your regular diet, including a variety of foods such as:

  • Meat

  • Fish

  • Poultry

  • Vegetables (raw and cooked)

  • Carbohydrates (e.g., potatoes, rice, pasta, bread)

  • Fats (e.g., butter, oils)

  If you do not eat these foods, aim for a broad diet. Vegetarians and vegans can continue with their normal diet.