Digestive Function and Dysbiosis Testing in Phoenix
The comprehensive digestive stool analysis assesses chronic or underlying causes of disease and shows where your treatment plan needs adjustment. At Living Wellness Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ , our naturopathic doctors use this test to evaluate your gut microbiome and digestive function so we can target treatment precisely.
Request an AppointmentUnderstanding Dysbiosis
Beneficial bacteria live in us naturally and support nearly every body function, from digestion and nutrient absorption to immunity, mood, and hormone metabolism. Dysbiosis occurs when harmful bacteria, yeast, or parasites take hold, or even when beneficial bacteria overgrow, creating imbalances that disrupt normal function and health. Once levels are determined, your physician creates a treatment plan to address any issues.
What a Comprehensive Stool Analysis Evaluates
- Digestion and absorption, including markers of enzyme function and fat absorption
- Inflammation in the gut
- Beneficial and potentially harmful bacteria
- Yeast, including Candida overgrowth
- Parasites
- Gut immune function
- Short-chain fatty acids and markers of gut lining health
Who Should Consider Stool Testing?
- People with bloating, gas, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation
- Those with IBS, IBD, or leaky gut
- Patients with autoimmune conditions
- People with skin conditions, food reactions, or chronic fatigue
- Anyone with symptoms after antibiotics, travel, or food poisoning
Treatment Based on Your Results
Your plan may include targeted antimicrobial herbs, probiotics, digestive enzymes, gut-healing supplements, and dietary changes. Stool testing is often paired with the SIBO breath test and food allergy panel for a complete picture of gut health. Explore our other specialty labs.
Digestive Stool Analysis FAQs
What is a comprehensive digestive stool analysis?
It is a stool test that evaluates digestion, absorption, inflammation, and the balance of bacteria, yeast, and parasites in your gut.
What is dysbiosis?
Dysbiosis is an imbalance in the gut microbiome, such as overgrowth of harmful bacteria, yeast, or parasites, or too much of certain beneficial bacteria.
What symptoms suggest I need stool testing?
Bloating, gas, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, food reactions, skin issues, fatigue, and autoimmune symptoms may all warrant testing.
Does the test check for Candida?
Yes. Stool analysis evaluates yeast, including Candida overgrowth.
How is the sample collected?
You collect a stool sample at home using a kit and instructions from our office, then send it to the lab.
How are results used?
Your physician uses the results to create a targeted plan with herbs, probiotics, enzymes, supplements, and diet.
How do I order a stool analysis?
Call (480) 588-6856 to schedule a consultation.
Get to the Root of Gut Problems
Understand what’s happening in your digestive system. Call Living Wellness Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ at (480) 588-6856 to schedule digestive testing.
