Gut Microbiome Test
Gut Microbiome Test
Gut Microbiome Test
Gut Microbiome Test
Gut Microbiome Test
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    Gut Microbiome Test

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    What is the current composition of your gut microbiome? Use the DNA-based Gut Microbiome Test to gain insight into the composition and diversity of your gut microbiome at the level of selected bacterial groups.

    • Gut microbiome at-home test using a stool sample
    • DNA-based microbiome analysis (16S sequencing) in a specialised laboratory
    • Profile of more than 1,000 bacterial species and groups with their relative abundances
    • Shows diversity, imbalances and dominant bacterial patterns
    • Detailed Gut Microbiome Report with nutrition, fibre and probiotic recommendations as well as digital coaching
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    DNA-based analysis of the gut microbiome with individual recommendations.

    • Gut microbiome at-home test using a stool sample
      The Gut Microbiome Test kit is designed for straightforward sample collection at home. To perform the test, a small amount of stool is placed in a sample tube, which is then sent to a specialised European microbiome laboratory that independently covers all steps of the microbiome analysis.
    • Determination of a gut microbiome profile using microbial DNA
      The Gut Microbiome Test was developed by an interdisciplinary team of experienced scientists, including experts in medical microbiology and microbiome research. The analytical procedure uses modern DNA-based microbiome diagnostics, is regarded as an established tool and provides a detailed snapshot of the composition of your gut microbiome at the level of bacterial groups and many already described species. The microbial DNA from the stool sample is examined so that a profile of the detectable bacteria and their relative abundances can be created.
    • Analysis of relevant gut bacteria
      In the laboratory, a specific bacterial gene (16S rDNA) from the stool sample is examined. This gene occurs in all bacteria and contains species-specific sequence regions. Using next-generation sequencing, the relevant gene regions are read millions of times. On this basis, more than 1,000 already described bacterial species and groups can be shown with their relative abundances.
    • Measurement for your everyday routine
      The microbiome profile obtained shows how diverse your gut microbiome is, which bacterial groups predominate and where imbalances may exist. The analysis provides supplementary information on nutrition, fibre intake and, where appropriate, the use of probiotic preparations. The results show patterns such as diversity, the dominance of individual groups or possible imbalances and serve as a guide.
    • Detailed report with interpretation and coaching
      Once the sample has been received and the analysis completed, your Gut Microbiome Report will be available within 2 weeks. The report clearly presents important bacterial groups, explains their possible role in the context of digestion and the gut microbiome, and contains clearly structured, personalised nutrition and supplement recommendations based on your profile. An integrated digital coach helps you understand the results, create practical weekly plans and gradually incorporate smaller, easily achievable changes into your routines.
    DNA-based analysis of the gut microbiome with individual recommendations.

    Understanding the Gut Microbiome Test

    The gut microbiome, also known as the gut microbiota, plays a crucial role in your health. A balanced ratio of beneficial and harmful bacteria in your intestinal tract is important for digestion, the immune system and even mental health.

    Measuring the balance of your gut microbiome can therefore be important for several key reasons. Firstly, it enables you to monitor your digestive system and relevant aspects of health such as the immune system. Timely testing can identify emerging imbalances or disturbances in the gut microbiome before they lead to serious health problems.

    Analysing your gut microbiome not only provides insights into potential problems, but also enables the development of personalised health strategies. Based on the measurement results, individual recommendations for nutrition, probiotics, prebiotics and lifestyle adjustments can be derived in order to optimise the balance of the gut microbiome and minimise potential health risks.

    A balanced gut microbiome can have a positive effect on your energy levels, vitality and cognitive performance, which may contribute to improved well-being in the long term.

    Measuring your gut microbiome is therefore more than a simple health examination; it gives you deep insight into the complex biochemistry of your body.

    A comprehensive view of your gut microbiome can help uncover hidden factors that other tests may overlook and gives you the opportunity to create an individual plan for optimising your health. Simply making assumptions is not sufficient here. Only consistent and as comprehensive testing as possible provides comprehensive results.

    How does the Gut Microbiome Test work?

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    Order your Gut Microbiome Test and receive your test kit at home within 1–3 working days. Read the instructions carefully and prepare the sample tube for the stool sample.

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    Collect a small amount of stool at home and place it in the sample tube using the sampling tool. Put the sealed tube in the prepared return envelope and send the sample.

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    In the laboratory, microbial DNA is isolated from your sample and a bacterial gene is read using modern next-generation sequencing in order to determine the composition of your gut microbiome. Once the analysis has been completed, your Gut Microbiome Report will be available within approximately 2 weeks.

    Scientific expertise
    “A balanced gut microbiome is a key factor in personal longevity, as it influences how effectively we absorb nutrients, defend against disease and support our well-being.”PD Dr Axel Polack Lead Scientific Advisor | Founder

    FAQ

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    Yes, the Gut Microbiome Test is an at-home test that you can carry out conveniently at home. You receive a test kit with detailed instructions and collect a small stool sample yourself, which is then sent to the specialist laboratory in a stabilising solution. 

    The test is primarily intended for adults who would like to better understand and specifically address their digestion, immune system or non-specific symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain or weight fluctuations. The test may also be useful as a preventive measure if you would like to optimise your diet or specifically rebuild your gut microbiome after antibiotic treatment, periods of stress or diets. 

    The test kits generally remain usable for several months; you will find the exact best-before date on the packaging. Store the kit in a dry place at room temperature until use and use it no later than the stated date so that the stabilising solution works optimally. 

    The test kit contains everything you need to collect the sample: aids for collecting the stool, one or more sample tubes with a DNA-stabilising solution, a sampling swab, illustrated step-by-step instructions and return packaging for sending the sample to the laboratory.

    You can give the Gut Microbiome Test as a gift, for example via our digital Longevity Card gift voucher. The recipient can use it to select and order the Gut Microbiome Test themselves and independently track the entire process. Click here to access the Longevity Card gift voucher. 

    At home, use the enclosed sampling swab to collect a small amount of stool directly from the toilet paper and stir it into the sample tube containing the stabilising solution. Then close the tube firmly, place it in the designated protective sleeve and send the sample to the laboratory using the enclosed return envelope. 

    Please follow the instructions in the test kit exactly. Make sure that no urine or toilet water enters the sample, that the sample tube is closed correctly and that you complete the labels with your name and date fully and legibly. 

    You can generally collect the stool sample at any time of day. However, an ideal time is one at which your digestive rhythm is as “typical” as possible and you do not have acute symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting or a gastrointestinal infection, so that the result reflects your usual daily life. 

    As a rule, you do not need to stop taking supplements before the Gut Microbiome Test, as the analysis is intended to record your current condition. However, if you have only just started taking probiotics or special gut preparations and would like to document a “baseline value” without these products, it may be useful to carry out the test before starting or, after consulting your doctor or a nutritional specialist, during a stable phase. 

    Ideally, send your sample on the day it is collected or on the following working day so that transport and storage times remain as short as possible. The DNA-stabilising solution keeps the sample stable for a limited period; nevertheless, it should be sent promptly. 

    Store the tightly closed sample tube at room temperature in a dry place protected from direct sunlight. Send the sample as soon as possible, generally within a few days of collection, so that the quality of the analysis is maintained. 

    The return address is already printed on the enclosed return envelope. You only need to package the sample as described, close the sample tube securely and send the envelope by regular post; no additional address details are required. 

    In principle, the test can also be carried out while you are taking medication or probiotics, as it reflects the current state of your gut microbiome. However, if you specifically want to know what your gut microbiome looks like “without the influence” of a new preparation, it may be useful to coordinate the test with your doctor or a nutritional specialist before starting or after a stable period of use. 

    For returns from abroad, you should follow the enclosed shipping instructions carefully and, where necessary, declare the sample as a low-risk biological sample as described in the instructions. Allow for possible longer transit times and customs checks and send the sample as soon as possible after collection so that the quality of the analysis is maintained. 

    Yes, you can generally collect the sample together with your doctor if they wish to support you. However, the test itself remains an at-home test whose sample is sent to a specialist laboratory; you should subsequently discuss medical findings and treatment steps directly with your treating practice. 

    The results report shows a detailed profile of your gut microbiome, including the diversity and distribution of the most important bacterial groups, graphical overviews of relevant functions (e.g. digestion, immune system and mucosal barrier), as well as strengths, weaknesses and areas for optimisation. You also receive personalised nutrition and, where applicable, supplement recommendations with which you can specifically support your microbiome. Click here to view an excerpt from a sample report. 

    The analysis shows which bacteria dominate in your gut, whether the diversity of your gut microbiome is within the desired range and whether there are indications of imbalances, possible digestive or absorption problems, or impaired barrier and immune function. Based on this, you receive specific guidance on which factors—such as fibre, particular food groups or probiotic strains—you can address in order to improve your gut health. 

    If you specifically change your diet, fibre intake, probiotics or other lifestyle factors, repeat tests allow you to check whether the composition and diversity of your gut microbiome improve over time. Your gut microbiome profiles therefore provide objective feedback on whether your measures for gut health and longevity are actually having an effect. 

    Once your sample has arrived at the laboratory, the analysis generally takes around 2–3 weeks. As soon as the analysis has been completed, you will be informed and can access your results in a protected online area.

    Your sample is processed in the laboratory using only a code; personal data such as your name and address are managed separately. The analysis is carried out in a certified laboratory, and online access to your report is provided through a protected platform that complies with the applicable data-protection requirements. 

    If you are specifically working on your diet, lifestyle or probiotic measures, repeating the test after a few months may be useful to see how your microbiome has changed. 

    Yes. The report contains detailed, easy-to-understand explanations and specific recommendations, and the integrated Gut Health Coach is also available to support you. In addition, you can discuss your results at any time with your doctor or nutritional specialists in order to relate them to other findings and your medical history. 

    Based on your individual test results, the integrated Gut Health Coach guides you step by step. It helps you understand the findings, select specific nutrition and lifestyle recommendations and plan how to implement them in everyday life so that you can not only measure your gut health but also improve it over the long term. 

    On request, you can book additional consultation packages in which your gut microbiome results are placed in the context of your overall health and longevity profile and individual nutrition and lifestyle strategies are developed. 

    In the event of acute severe intestinal disease, recent intestinal surgery or serious infections, the test should be discussed with the treating doctor and postponed if necessary. Age-related restrictions apply to children depending on the provider; the test described here is generally intended for adolescents from around 14 years of age and adults.

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