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Why Choose the MetaXplore™ GI by Co-Biome?
The MetaXplore™ GI The MetaXplore™ GI test offers a deep dive into your patient’s gut microbiome and gastrointestinal health using advanced whole-metagenome sequencing and targeted diagnostic GI markers. This test goes far beyond conventional stool analysis by evaluating the function of over 28,000+ microbial species, not just their presence. With clear intervention suggestions and an easy-to-interpret Expert Summary, it helps guide targeted nutrition, supplement, and lifestyle strategies for complex health issues rooted in the gut.
Who Should Get This Test Done?
Individuals with chronic or unexplained digestive symptoms
Those experiencing IBS, IBD, intestinal permeability or chronic inflammation
People struggling with skin, immune, hormonal or metabolic health issues
Patients with mood changes, anxiety, brain fog or sleep disturbances
Anyone looking to optimise long-term gut and overall health through data-driven intervention
For Which Symptoms?
Constipation, diarrhoea, bloating, abdominal pain
Chronic fatigue, unexplained weight fluctuations
Brain fog, low mood, irritability
Skin conditions such as eczema, acne, or psoriasis
Food sensitivities, poor digestion, or hormonal imbalance
Frequent infections or weakened immune response
Which Health Issues Can This Test Help Prevent?
Development or worsening of IBS, IBD, and intestinal permeability
Functional nutrient deficiencies due to microbial imbalances
Neuroinflammation and gut-brain axis dysregulation
Systemic inflammation linked to gut dysfunction
Unaddressed microbial metabolite imbalances affecting detox, immunity, and hormone function
What the MetaXplore™ GI Test Analyses
Diagnostic Gastrointestinal Markers (Clinical)
Faecal calprotectin – intestinal inflammation
Faecal occult blood (FIT) – gastrointestinal bleeding
Lactoferrin – neutrophilic inflammation
Pancreatic elastase – digestive enzyme output
Secretory IgA – mucosal immunity
Zonulin – intestinal permeability
Investigative GI Marker
Faecal pH – digestive activity & microbial fermentation patterns
Microbiome Identification & Community Insights
Whole-genome identification of 28,000+ microbial species (bacteria, archaea, fungi, yeasts, protists)
Microbial diversity, richness, and relative abundance
Focused genera include: Akkermansia, Bifidobacterium, Faecalibacterium, Ruminococcus, Prevotella, Streptococcus, Lactobacillus, and others
Microbial Metabolites Assessed
Short-chain fatty acids: butyrate, acetate, propionate
Gut-brain axis markers: 3-indolepropionic acid (IPA), GABA production/consumption
Inflammatory by-products: trimethylamine (TMA), hexa-LPS, hydrogen sulphide
Detoxification/metabolism: beta-glucuronidase, methane, branched-chain amino acids (BCAA)
Emerging & Functional Markers
Histamine, ammonia, lactate, vitamin K synthesis
Mucin and oxalate degradation potential
Human DNA detection (non-diagnostic)
Fungi & Yeast Profiling
Whole microbiome profiling of fungal species, including Candida and Saccharomyces genera
Additional Benefits
Expert Summary: Clinically relevant interpretation provided at the top of the report
Clinical Guidance: Scientifically graded evidence for diet, probiotic, prebiotic, nutrient and polyphenol interventions
Report Sharing: Secure and professional reports can be easily shared with clients and specialists
Systemic Impact Mapping: Insights into gut-related effects on inflammation, intestinal barrier, detox, motility, secretions, and overall immunity
Practitioner Support:
Once the results are sent out, schedule an appointment with a diagnostics-trained practitioner to help you understand and act on your results.
Add 45-minute session with a practitioner to review your test results £80