{"product_id":"bl-nordic-gi-map","title":"GI Map","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus (GI-MAP) is an innovative clinical tool that measures gastrointestinal microbiota DNA from a single stool sample using quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel provides insight into microbial balance and potential contributors to gastrointestinal dysfunction. It assesses a wide range of organisms that may influence gut health, including pathogenic bacteria, commensal bacteria, opportunistic organisms, fungi, viruses and parasites, together with key intestinal and immune markers such as calprotectin, secretory IgA and pancreatic elastase. This comprehensive analysis helps practitioners understand how microbial patterns may relate to digestive symptoms or broader health presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResults are interpreted alongside clinical history, digestive function and environmental factors. Quantitative reporting allows comparison over time to help review changes in microbial patterns following dietary, lifestyle or therapeutic interventions. Add-ons available include zonulin, StoolOMX (bile acids and short-chain fatty acids) and gluten peptide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive symptoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chronic diarrhoea, constipation, bloating, gas or abdominal pain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltered bowel habits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ongoing changes in stool frequency, urgency or consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuspected gastrointestinal disorders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evaluation in contexts such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease or coeliac disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecurrent gastrointestinal symptoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exploration of potential bacterial contributors including Escherichia coli or Helicobacter pylori.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalabsorption concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unexplained weight loss, anaemia or signs of nutrient insufficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune-related conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Investigation of gastrointestinal factors in autoimmune or inflammatory presentations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eczema, acne or psoriasis where gut involvement is considered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFatigue or neurological symptoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brain fog, low energy or mood changes in complex clinical presentations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePractical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stool sample \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1x orange-capped stool vial\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatient preparation: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlease refrain from taking aspirin for two days prior to collecting your sample.\u003cbr\u003eNever discontinue prescription medication without first consulting your physician.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be used on all ages. However, often the microbiome of infants will appear very “dysbiotic”, as the microbiome and the infant’s immune system is very immature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable add-ons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zonulin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedications:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend continuing all prescription medications prior to testing. Please carefully document any relevant recent or current medication use. Medications that may alter the composition of the microbiome include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntibiotics -(after finishing Antibiotics, wait 4-6 weeksbefore collecting sample)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmune Suppressants\/ Oral steroids- will likely cause a lower Secretory IgA, Anti-gliadin, and calprotectin result (after finishing these meds, wait 4-6 weeks before collecting sample)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nordic DNA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29548882854003,"sku":"TEST-NORDICGIMP","price":749.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0071\/4552\/1267\/files\/balanced-living-asia-diagnostics-gi-map-02.jpg?v=1792003938","url":"https:\/\/www.balancedlivingasia.com\/products\/bl-nordic-gi-map","provider":"Balanced Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}