Gastrointestinal & MicrobiomeFrequently Requested
Comprehensive Stool Analysis with Microbiome Sequencing
Shotgun metagenomic sequencing of the gut microbiome alongside functional digestive markers, pathogen detection, and intestinal inflammation indicators — considerably more detailed than routine stool culture.
- Sample type
- Stool
- Turnaround
- 14–21 business days
- Fasting
- Not required
- Collection
- Home visit or centre
What's measured (4 groups)
- Shotgun metagenomic species-level microbiome profile
- Faecal calprotectin, secretory IgA, zonulin
- Pancreatic elastase-1, steatocrit, short-chain fatty acids
- Bacterial, parasitic, and yeast pathogen PCR
How to prepare
- Collection kit couriered to you
- Avoid antibiotics for 14 days and probiotics for 48 hours before collection
- Do not collect during active menstrual bleeding
Partner accredited microbiome laboratory
Results are released to your Meridian Health account and can be shared with your treating clinician. Lab results are best interpreted alongside your clinical history — book a consultation if you'd like to review them with a doctor.
Book This Test
$890.00Sign in to book this lab test and choose a collection slot.