
GI MAP
The Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus (GI-MAP) is an innovative clinical tool that measures gastrointestinal microbiota DNA from a single stool sample with state of the art, quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology.
The GI-MAP was designed to detect microbes that may be disturbing normal microbial balance or contributing to illness as well as indicators of digestion, absorption, inflammation, and immune function. With a culture based test it is not possible to measure strict anaerobes, viruses or virulence factors.
The GI-MAP's accuracy and reliability allows personalized protocols to address gut dysfunction based on which infections are urgent, which areas of the gut are already optimised, and which areas should be addressed after an infection is resolved. Additionally, the quantification of identified micro-organisms offers a remarkable ability to see how treatment modalities are working because a retest after treatment can show whether a parasite has resolved, dysbiosis has improved, and more.
- Autoimmune molecular mimicry (if caused by pathogens)
- Diarrhea
- Digestion
- Foodborne illness
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis (if it has viral causes)
- Gut dysbiosis
- Immunity
- Inflammation
- Suspected bacterial, parasitic or viral pathogenesis (incl. detection of antibiotic resistant bacteria)
Use functional testing to set yourself on the right path
Your questions answered
Certain tests may ask you to remove certain foods from your diet for a short period, or discontinue some supplements before taking your sample. All details of any adjustments required can be found on the individual test pages under ‘Collection Instructions’. These will also be sent to you in full with your test kit.
If the test you are taking would be impacted by medication then this will be noted on the sample form when you receive the test kit. You would just need to state the medication you are taking, the dose and when you take it. Not all tests will require this information. You must not discontinue any medication without consulting your prescribing physician.
Yes, all tests include international shipping and return by courier in the stated price.
Yes, all tests can be shipped worldwide. You will be asked for your shipping details at checkout.
Please email us at info@lieblinghealth.com if you have any issues.