Guest guest Posted October 27, 2001 Report Share Posted October 27, 2001 Gastro testing GSL. Gastrointestinal Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis (CDSA) evaluates digestion and absorption, bacterial balance and metabolism, yeast and immune status. For patients with irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion, malabsorption, and other GI-related problems. Separate panels also available. Comprehensive Parasitology Profile evaluates stool for presence of parasites and levels of beneficial flora, imbalanced flora, pathogenic bacteria, and yeast. For patients with abdominal pain, chronic diarrhea, and other GI-related symptoms. Intestinal Permeability Assessment analyzes urine for the clearance of two non-metabolized sugars, lactulose and mannitol. Identifies " leaky gut " and malabsorption. Heliobacter pylori Antibody Assay assays blood for IgG antibodies to H. pylori, the leading cause of peptic ulcers, chronic gastritis, and increased risk of gastric cancer. Vaginosis Profile uses a new DNA probe to identify clinically significant levels of Candida, Gardnerella, and Trichomonas. The profile also evaluates levels of beneficial flora and yeast, cytosis, leukocytes, and RBCs. A measurement of eosinophils may also be included. Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory: Site Map | Terms of Use | Contact Us ©1998-2001 Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory This site is intended for professional healthcare provider use only and is part of the GSDL communication links with our physician customers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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