Why a bowel examination?

Our gut is also known as our second brain. As such, the connection between the two is incredibly important for our overall health. As many as 92% of the nerve cells in the brain are also found in the intestines. This means that our brain and intestines are in constant communication with each other.

Healthy gut starts with a healthy diet. Therefore, a healthy diet also makes for a healthy brain. But what is the true state of our gut health? Many chronic disease conditions can be traced to unhealthy gut bacteria. All the bacteria in the gut - both healthy and unhealthy bacteria - together are called our gut flora.

To give a good picture of the intestinal flora and make a treatment plan based on this, an intestinal examination of Medivere may be desirable. During the 1.5-hour consultation with one of our therapists, the results of the colon examination will be discussed with you and you will receive a customized treatment plan aimed at creating a good balance in the gut. 

The research

The microbiome plus stool test from Medivere includes the microbiological analysis of aerobic and anaerobic key bacteria, as well as fungi and yeasts (Candida albicans and Candida spp.), digestive residues and alpha-1 antitrypsin, calprotectin, bile acids, pancreatic elastase, secretory IgA, EPX, Beta defensin and zonulin in stool. Furthermore, the human intestinal microbiome is determined by sequencing the genome of the intestinal microbiota.

The intestinal microbiome, the sum total of all micro-organisms that colonise the gut, is of vital importance to human health. A dysbiosis of the intestinal microbiome is - as numerous studies prove - associated with various diseases: metabolic syndrome, diabetes, inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, colon cancer, calcium oxalate kidney stones, cardiovascular diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, as well as neurological disorders.

The analysis of the intestinal microbiome is performed by DNA sequencing (next-generation sequencing). This method revolutionised diagnostics, as it allowed the detection of almost all bacteria known until then. Through DNA sequencing, the effects of individual highly complex microbiota on colonisation resistance, digestive processes, absorption of nutrients and vitamins as well as on immunity can be assessed more precisely. This molecular biological test method also detects anaerobic bacteria at the highest technical level, which cannot be detected by means of a bacterial culture (placing in culture).

Moreover, this test includes the parameters of the Bowel Health Check including zonulin in the stool. The Bowel Health Check includes, besides the examination of the flora status, the assessment of digestive capacity and capability as well as the condition and function of the intestinal mucosa and the gut-associated immune system.

How do I use the test?

Read the instructions provided with the product. Suitable for persons 18 years of age and older.

Schedule an appointment

You can schedule an appointment live at our Rotterdam office or make an online appointment. Be aware that it really is an investment in yourself, where live often comes across better than online (provided of course you live far away). Allow yourself this moment to get everything out of it.

Please schedule your appointment no earlier than 4 weeks from the current date. This is due to an examination processing time.

* Cancellation is possible up to 7 days before the appointment due to availability. Rescheduling the appointment is possible up to 72 hours in advance.

Notice! After purchase, you will receive your appointment confirmation within 24 hours. After 5 p.m. or on weekends it may take a little longer. We will confirm your appointment the next business day.