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What is Gut Health Testing ?
innovative solutions to explore and leverage the power of these microorganisms . One such innovative solution is Gut Function Test by MicrobioTx , a clinically validated test that profiles your gut microbiome with just a finger prick . This radically different test that has gut health enthusiasts all excited , is approved by regulatory authorities and could pave the way for people to know their gut health with ease and convenience .
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A key trend that could define the future applicability of microbiome is its role in predicting the disease risk for an individual . Research is increasingly linking the microbiome to conditions such as cancer , heart disease , autoimmune disorders , and even skin conditions like acne and eczema . As our understanding of microbiomedisease interactions deepens , companies are focusing on tests that identify specific microbial markers associated with these diseases . The idea

What is Gut Health Testing ?

Gut health testing involves analyzing blood through finger prick tests to assess the diversity and abundance of microorganisms in the gut . These tests often include microbial composition analysis ; functional insights ; markers of inflammation ; and digestive health metrics .
awareness and improved convenience of gut microbiome testing is helping for it to be included as a part of regular workup . Dr Sanjay Sachdeva , Founder & CEO of Metabalance , and a leading functional medicine practitioner based out of Delhi adds “ Nowadays , when a patient walks into my clinic with any issue , I prefer including a gut microbiome test along with regular blood tests to check if gut microbiome is behind the issue or not . Newly introduced tests such as the Gut Function Test which require just a finger prick for you to know your gut microbiome , have made it very simple for us and the patients to take steps towards improving health by working on one ’ s gut .” of personalized medicine , which tailors ’ treatments and health recommendations to an individual ’ s genetic profile , is another area that is expected to widen in adoption owing to its association with the microbiome . Researchers and companies now recognize that the unique composition of each person ’ s microbiome affects how they respond to diseases , medications , and dietary choices . Microbiome testing , which analyses the microbial makeup of an individual ’ s gut , is increasingly using this information to create more targeted and personalized treatment plans .

Dr Palok , Dean R & D and Professor , NISER , and Director at MicrobioTx heathtech

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