Hi Olivia – H. pylori needs to be tested for specifically. You can use this test here: https://www.directlabs.com/scdlifestyle/TestDetail.aspx?testid=1925

Hi, I have a question about stool tests. I had one done recently that was supposed to be comprehensive but it did not test for H pylori, or candida. It said I had no parasites… Would that have been where the H pylori would have shown up?? Thanks

HI Ashley – great question! most of the labs account for this by accepting stools from a 3 day period. For example, if you need two samples you have a 3 day window to provide that. The est thing to do is get in touch with the lab as each test has different rules and protocols.

HI Alexa – sorry to hear that! We’d suggest starting to rebuild the gut with dietary changes, probiotics, and also some stool testing to see if a gut infection has been spurred from this. Our Solving leaky Gut program is the best place to start – http://solvingleakygut.com/webinar/live-qva/ Or you can read more here: solvingleakygut.com

HI Maria – we actually have an article on psoriasis coming out very soon! (stay tuned..) I thnk this article would really be the best for you at this time: https://healthygut.com/is-autoimmune-disease-reversible/ As far as stool tests go, we’d recommend reading here (you can order them on your own w the links in the article) https://healthygut.com/6-gut-infection-case-studies-why-you-should-get-stool-testing-done-asap/

Well it’s not exactly the that kind of research project as if I can find the information on your question. The research project I was doing is a Math IA which is more likely be a research paper. The topic I chose was the ‘Diagnosis of Crohn’s Disease’ which is finding which of the test used for Diagnosing Crohn’s is more accurate of detecting the disease. Sorry I couldn’t help on answering your question.

HI Benjamin – Jordan and Steve have found that the 2 different stool tests we recommend in the article are the most effective for detecting a wide range of variables such as yeast, H Pylori, and parasites. We haven’t used any of those other tests and typically find that an all in one type test is less sensitive and not as effective.

Same question goes for the “Gastrointestinal (GI) Effects® Comprehensive Stool Profile – METAMETRIX KIT”, which I found for $599? And the “Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis/Parasitology™ (CDSA/P) – GENOVA KIT” for $388? And the “Gastrointestinal (GI) Effects Microbial Ecology Stool Profile – METAMETRIX KIT” for $338?

Do you get what you pay for with these, and are the lower cost tests less comprehensive, I assume?

Thanks in advance for your help with this. With so many options and the mental brain fog I have going on, it is a challenge to research and navigate, so any input is greatly appreciated.

HI Jen – Biohealth uses several stool sample over a certain period of time where as other labs typically contain just one sample. Also, Biohealth used strict shipping and handling procedures to ensure the stool is not damaged by heat or other elements and I’m not sure other labs take those precautions.

I recently had my husband test with our insurance paid for stool test and it came back as hplyori was not detected, yet we also did a BioHealth test for him and it was detected.

Can you explain why the BioHealth test picks up the H pylori yet the others do not?

HI Tirsh, to keep from getting confused I’d complete one full test and then the other:)

HI Trish,

As long as your following the direction in terms of each kit it shouldn’t matter. If the Biohealth Kit is asking for 3 samples from consecutive bowel movements, just make sure that requirement is filled. It may be easier to just complete one test before moving on the other and this is the way we’d suggest going about it so you don’t get confused:)

HI Trish – you’ll treat these as two separate stool samples. For example, you’ll fill and complete 1 stool test and then fill and complete the second stool test separately. Hope that clears up the confusion. We don’t have any experience with the “rife” or Pemf machines, sorry!

Hi Andrea, Can you share your research project with me? I’m especially interested if you’ve found that the stool test is worth it and can, as you put it, “detect infections infections that could trigger the G.I tract and cause inflammation?”

Hi Megan – you can work with your practitioner or order them yourself here: http://www.DirectLabs.com/SCDLifestyle

Hi Carlos – the test we recommend is listed as GI Pathogen Screen with H. pylori Antigen-BioHealth Kit on Direct Labs (http://www.directlabs.com/scdlifestyle/OrderTests/tabid/28099/language/en-US/Default.aspx) It does call for 6 samples over 3 days – so twice per day. Full instructions are included in the test or we suggest reaching out to Direct Lbsb customer support if you have questions before ordering.

I was reading the bio health stool test and it states 3 stool samples for 3 days, does that mean I have to have 3 bowel movements through out the three days? I usually have 1 per day.

Hey James – you’ll find it here http://www.directlabs.com/scdlifestyle/OrderTests/tabid/28099/language/en-US/Default.aspx as the “GI Pathogen Screen with H. pylori Antigen-BioHealth KIT”

Sorry for any confusion!!

Hi Danny – yes they both can detect tapeworms.
You can order them here: http://www.directlabs.com/scdlifestyle/OrderTests/tabid/28099/language/en-US/Default.aspx

Hi Suzanne – you can find it here: http://www.directlabs.com/scdlifestyle/OrderTests/tabid/28099/language/en-US/Default.aspx

I have had major digestive issues for the past 4 years and I have been on a very restrictive Paleo/SCD type diet to no avail. I have had 2 recent stool tests through Genova that show no parasites but plenty of inflammation. I also had a food sensitivity test done and I am sticking to the list of foods I should and shouldn’t eat.

I would like to do the parasite tests just to see if there is anything they missed. I was on many antibiotics in recent years and just had to take another round because I had walking pneumonia. Blah! So now the colon is really inflamed again.

I can find the Parasitology x3 DD test on the site link, however; not the 401H GI Pathogen Screen test. If you could point me in the right direction, I would appreciate it.

Thanks, Suzanne Hunter

Hi Mark – yes there is a difference.

These are totally different tests – you’ll hear us call them the Biohealth and the Doctor’s Data (that is what the DD stands for in the second test you mentioned).

We actually recommend completing both so you can compare the results – as explained in this article 🙂

Is there a difference between the

GI Pathogen Screen with H. pylori Antigen-BioHealth KIT

and the

Comprehensive Stool Analysis w/Parasitology x3-DD KIT

I may have ordered the wrong one. What is the difference?

Hi Ginnie – thanks for reaching out!

False positive results are always possible. That being said, we aren’t your practitioner and test results need to be considered within your entire health history. We recommend working with a practitioner, like Stephanie or Brie, who can help you do that and interpret your test results: https://healthygut.com/practitioners/

I had the Genova/Metametrix test 2 1/2 years ago and tested positive for H. Pylori and Lactoferrin. I self treated the H. Pylori successfully (repeat stool 6 months later with Bio401H) but ignored the lactoferrin result. I revisited the issue and now I’m concerned. Is there anything that could create a positive lactoferrin besides IBD or colon caner? I’ve never hard any chronic gut symptoms and still don’t, except a reduction in appetite and reflux, but usually only bad when I’m under stress. No RBC found in stool. Just yeast. It’s been 2 1/2 years since the test and I would think that if I had IBD or a growing neoplasm, I would be showing some increasing symptoms. Is a false positive lactoferrin possible?

Thank you!

Hi Helen – we encourage you to work with your doctor or practitioner to come up with a treatment plan, but you might also be interested in our GI infections protocol here: http://gutinfections.scdlifestyle.com

Hi Amy, thanks so much for your thoughtful comment 🙂 You clearly know your stuff! Steve and Jordan don’t presume to know everything and are always willing to revise their stance on things as new research comes to light. I recommend this article as it’s more recent: https://healthygut.com/the-h-pylori-controversy/

They specifically address here if H. pylori is good, bad, or a little of both and what to about it.

Testing infections is difficult, and that’s why Steve and Jordan always recommend two tests as well as considering your symptoms when making a diagnosis. Working with an ND to complete stool tests is a great option, as well. All practitioners have different preferences for testing.

There is also A LOT of debate over PCR testing. I have met with countless ‘top’ ND’s in the field of gastroenterology. Neither of them go off of PCR testing, they see too many random/weird results showing up. They seem to prefer the standard stool testing. For PCR testing, I was shown to have H. Pylori, Giardia and Salmonella. With standard stool testing, none of these showed.

Hi Rachel, thanks for commenting. No test is totally accurate. Steve and Jordan recommend using two tests to compare.

Even if you don’t have gut infections, changing your diet will only improve your gut and overall health.

I hope this information helps!

Hi Lynn, based on what you’ve written here, I think your time and energy would be best invested in a one-on-one consult with one of our functional medicine practitioners. They can recommend tests and protocols based on your individual conditions, and see patients all over the world via Skype or telephone. You can learn more here: https://healthygut.com/practitioners/ Thanks for reaching out to us! If you have questions or need more support, please send us an email: support@scdlifestyle.com

Hi Becky, we recommend the GI Pathogen Screen with H. pylori for detecting that gut infection. You can learn more here: http://www.directlabs.com/scdlifestyle/OrderTests/tabid/28099/language/en-US/Default.aspx

Thank you

Hi Timothy, this is really at the discretion of your doctor and those administering the test. IT sounds like you need to address the gut dysbiosis, if you have not already, with an SCD or paleo type diet. You may also need the help of a trusted practitioner and if you are in need, you can search here: https://healthygut.com/practitioners/

Hi Marlis, food sensitivity testing is not 100% reliable and if you have an impaired gut, you are going to be sensitive to some foods so the test is really not that helpful. We suggest starting with dietary changes here: https://healthygut.com/scd-quick-start-guide/ and then add in necessary supplements here: https://healthygut.com/recommended-products/ If your symptoms do not improve, you may then need functional medicine testing to accompany the changes.

What is the food sensitivity test you recomend? Do you choose to start with Parasites and Fungi for “chronic diarhea? why rather than food sensitivity