Description
The GI Map is a comprehensive stool test that relies on Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) technology to detects parasite, bacteria, H. Pylori, fungi and more by targeting the specific DNA of the organisms tested.
The test uses a stool sample and qPCR technology to look for the specific DNA of the organisms included in the test. Its listed targets include parasites, bacteria, H. pylori and fungi, among others. The results provide information about the organisms tested and can be discussed with an expert as part of understanding your digestive health.
Who get the benefit from GI MAP testing?
The GI MAP test may be considered in relation to the following concerns:
- Leaky Gut
- Autoimmune diseases
- IBS/IBD
- Digestive issues, diarrhea or constipation
- Skin problem like acne and psoriasis
- Mood disorder, depression and anxiety
- Brain frog
- Diabetes and weightless issues
These are the concerns listed for GI MAP testing. The test focuses on the organisms included in the panel; the results can be interpreted with an expert to understand how they relate to your individual concerns. Free interpretation from our expert is included.
Sample type
Stool
Procedure for testing
- After completion of payment, sample collection kit shall be sent to your designated address.
- Once you receive the kit, then our team will guide you how to collect sample as well as to fill all the documents.
- When the sample is ready then FedEx pick up person will pick up sample from your door-step.
The team will guide you through the collection and paperwork process after the kit arrives. Follow the instructions provided with the kit and by the team when preparing the sample and documents. The sample is then picked up from your doorstep by FedEx for delivery to the laboratory.
When the report will come?
Reports will come within 3 to 4 weeks.
Precaution for testing
No anti-biotics and pro-biotics one week before the test
If you are taking prescribed antibiotics or probiotics, speak with your healthcare professional before changing or pausing them.
Terms and conditions
If the sample is rejected by the lab located in The USA due to quality related issues, in that situation, we have to re-send sample again for resting to the USA laboratory.
Again, we will send replacement kit for free and our team will guide the process again. Here only the customer has to pay FedEx courier charges (Rs 4500/) only.
(*If the customer denies for re-testing, there shall be no refund of money paid for the test.)
Sample report
More information
Video
About the GI MAP testing process
The GI MAP (Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus) is a stool-based test. After payment is complete, the collection kit is sent to the address you have provided. The team will guide you through collecting the sample and filling in the required documents. Once the sample is ready, FedEx arranges pickup from your doorstep.
The test uses qPCR technology to detect the specific DNA of the organisms tested. This is the basis for the listed focus on parasites, bacteria, H. pylori, fungi and more. The sample type is stool, so it is important to use the kit and follow the collection guidance provided by the team. If you have questions about the kit, documents or pickup, contact the team for help before sending the sample.
Understanding the report
The report is expected within 3 to 4 weeks. Once it is available, free interpretation from our expert is included with the test. This interpretation can help you review the results and discuss them in relation to the concerns listed above, such as digestive issues, diarrhea or constipation, IBS/IBD, skin problems, mood disorders, and the other concerns mentioned for this test.
You can review the sample report before ordering to see an example of the report format. The additional information link and video are also available above for customers who want to learn more about the test.
Important sample quality information
The laboratory in the USA may reject a sample because of quality-related issues. If that happens, a replacement kit will be sent free of charge and the team will guide you through the process of collecting and sending another sample for testing. The customer is responsible for the FedEx courier charge of Rs 4500/ for the repeat sample. If the customer declines the repeat test, the amount paid for the test is not refundable. Please consider this condition before placing your order.
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