Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test
Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test

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Advanced Microbiome Mapping & Sensitivities Stool Test

$599.00 AUD

Tired of trial-and-error gut treatments and want detailed insights into which therapies may be most suitable for your specific microbiome?

This is the most comprehensive gut microbiome test available, combining quantitative PCR analysis with culture-based sensitivity testing. It maps your full microbial landscape — bacteria, fungi, parasites, and worms — then goes a step further by testing how specific organisms respond to different treatments.

The sensitivity testing component is what sets this panel apart. By culturing organisms from your sample and exposing them to various antimicrobials, your practitioner gains detailed information about which treatments may be most suitable for your unique gut profile. This targeted approach helps reduce guesswork and supports more focused treatment decisions.

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Your at-home test kit and all instructions are posted directly to you (with free shipping). You do not need to visit a collection centre.

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How At-Home Testing Works

Get tested from the comfort of your home with our simple three-step process.

1
Order your test kit

Order your test kit

Choose the test that's right for you and receive your kit delivered to your door.

2
Collect your sample

Collect your sample

Follow the simple instructions to collect your sample at home.

3
Get your results

Get your results

Receive your results online and get personalised health insights.

Overview

The Advanced Microbiome Mapping test takes gut health assessment to the next level. It starts with the same comprehensive PCR analysis as the Complete Microbiome Mapping — screening for bacteria, fungi, yeast, parasites, worms, and key digestive markers from a single stool sample — then adds something no other panel offers: culture-based sensitivity testing.

Here's how sensitivity testing works: organisms identified in your sample are cultured in the laboratory and then exposed to a range of antimicrobial agents — both pharmaceutical and natural. The results show your practitioner which treatments each organism may be sensitive or resistant to. This information helps guide treatment choices rather than relying on trial and error.

The test also includes short-chain fatty acid analysis (acetate, butyrate, propionate, valerate), which provides insights into how well your gut bacteria are fermenting fibre and producing these essential metabolites. Short-chain fatty acids play a role in gut barrier integrity, immune regulation, and inflammation control. Combined with faecal markers like calprotectin, zonulin, and pancreatic elastase, this panel provides one of the most detailed pictures of gut health available.

Symptoms

This test is ideal for anyone with persistent or complex gut issues that haven't responded well to standard treatment — including chronic IBS, recurrent candida, SIBO, parasitic infections, or inflammatory bowel conditions. It's also valuable when previous microbiome testing has identified imbalances but treatment results have been disappointing. The sensitivity testing component helps practitioners choose the right antimicrobial or probiotic therapy the first time, reducing treatment cycles and minimising disruption to your beneficial gut flora.

Questions

  • Sensitivity testing cultures organisms from your stool sample and tests them against various antimicrobial agents. It shows which treatments each organism may be susceptible or resistant to — helping your practitioner choose a more targeted therapy from the start, rather than relying on trial and error.
  • The Complete Microbiome Mapping uses PCR to identify and quantify organisms. This Advanced version includes all of that plus culture-based sensitivity testing and short-chain fatty acid analysis. The sensitivity testing is particularly valuable if you've had gut issues that haven't responded well to previous treatments.
  • Results are typically available within 7-10 business days after the laboratory receives your sample. The culture component may occasionally add a few extra days.
  • Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like butyrate, acetate, and propionate are produced when your gut bacteria ferment dietary fibre. They're essential for gut barrier health, immune function, and controlling inflammation. Low levels may indicate poor microbial diversity or inadequate fibre intake.
  • Your practitioner may recommend stopping probiotics and antimicrobial supplements before collection to get the most accurate baseline. Because this test includes culture work, it's especially important to follow their guidance so the sensitivity results reflect your true microbial state.
  • If your previous results identified pathogens or imbalances but treatment hasn't been effective, the sensitivity testing in this panel can help reveal why — perhaps the organisms are resistant to the treatments you've tried. It's a logical next step when standard approaches aren't working.

Dr. Vu Tran
Bloody Good’s Chief Medical Officer

How to prepare

Collect a stool sample at home using the kit provided. Follow the enclosed instructions and collection video carefully. Your practitioner may advise stopping probiotics, antimicrobial supplements, or certain medications for a period before collection — check with them first. Because this test includes culture work, it's important to return the sample promptly using the pre-paid courier packaging to ensure organisms remain viable for sensitivity testing. Avoid contaminating the sample with urine or toilet water.

After the test

Work with a practitioner experienced in functional gut health to interpret your results and build a targeted treatment plan. The sensitivity data allows them to select antimicrobial or probiotic therapies matched to your specific organisms, improving treatment effectiveness and reducing side effects. Treatment typically follows a phased approach — addressing pathogens first, then rebuilding beneficial flora and supporting gut repair. Retesting after 3-6 months confirms progress and guides the next phase of care.

Your test results will be available in your private dashboard. If there are any urgent issues, we'll let you know so you can follow up with your health professional.

Understanding results

Your results will include a comprehensive microbial breakdown showing quantities of beneficial bacteria, opportunistic pathogens, fungi, parasites, and worms — all compared to reference ranges. The sensitivity report will show which antimicrobials (both pharmaceutical and natural) each identified organism may respond to, rated by effectiveness. Short-chain fatty acid levels indicate how well your gut bacteria are producing these essential metabolites. Digestive markers like calprotectin, zonulin, elastase, and secretory IgA round out the picture with information about inflammation, gut permeability, enzyme function, and mucosal immunity. Your practitioner will use all of these data points together to help design an individualised treatment plan.

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