The Science

At Gutcheck, we leverage advanced next-generation sequencing technology reveal the intricate makeup of your gut microbiota and assess its impact on your personal well-being and gut health. Our cutting-edge AI technology then analyzes these results, providing you with personalized recommendations tailored to optimize your gut health and overall wellness. 

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Emerging Science

Research continues to uncover the profound impact of the gut microbiome on various aspects of health. Your gut is more than just a digestive organ; it is a complex ecosystem containing trillions of microbes. This diverse microbial community plays a crucial role in controlling digestion, reducing inflammation, supporting mental health, enhancing skin health, promoting heart and brain health, aiding weight loss, and improving sleep quality.

Our Product

Experience the benefits of Gutcheck for your Gut Health

Personalized Recommendations

Our comprehensive report provides personalized recommendations tailored to your unique gut microbiome results. Discover what to increase or decrease in your diet to achieve optimal gut health and enhance your overall well-being.

 

Actionable Results

Receive results you can implement immediately into your daily life. Premium customers also receive a personalized road-map, guiding you step-by-step on how to make these beneficial changes effectively.

 

One-on-One Consultations

Premium customers benefit from one-on-one consultations with our team of qualified scientists and professionals. Get personalized support to understand your report fully and have all your questions answered, ensuring you make the most out of your gut health journey.

What You'll Learn

Gut wellness score

Assessing five crucial metrics derived from your gut microbiota to present a clear snapshot on your gut's impact to support your current health.

Pathogenic bacteria detection

Detect any imbalances in your gut microbial populations. Identify inflammatory or
pathogenic bacteria present in your gut.

Bacterial Diversity score

The richness and variety of your gut microbiome. Assessing shifts in your diversity to understand your current gut health.

Beneficial bacteria abundances

Explore the presence of beneficial bacteria in your gut in comparison to a healthy population.

Disease Risk

Explore the role your gut plays in shaping your future health. Assess the similarities between your current gut
microbiome and the gut microbiomes of people with various diseases.

 

Gut contributions to current health

Gain insights on the impact of your gut microbiome on your physical, metabolic, immune, and mental health.

GUT WELLNESS SCORE

Assessing five crucial metrics derived from your gut microbiota to present a clear snapshot on your gut's impact to support your current health

PATHOGENIC BACTERIA DETECTION

Detect any imbalances in your gut microbial populations. Identify harmful strains like H. Pylori and gain proactive insights against potential threats

BACTERIAL DIVERSITY SCORE

The richness and variety of your gut microbiome. Assessing shifts in your diversity to understand your current gut health

BENEFICIAL BACTERIA ABUNDANCES

Explore the presence of beneficial bacteria in your gut in comparison to a healthy population

DISEASE RISK

Explore the role your gut plays in shaping your future health. Assess the similarity between your gut microbiome, and disease states.

GUT CONTRIBUTIONS TO CURRENT HEALTH

Gain insights on the impact of your gut microbiome on your physical, metabolic, immune, and mental health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the wait time?

Our team values a service that delivers results to our customers as quickly as possible, and we are continuously working to reduce this wait time. Our current timeline (4-6 weeks) includes DNA isolation and sequencing, which allows us to generate the best and most accurate personalized report for each customer.

How does Gutcheck compare to competitors?

Our microbiome test kit stands out for its accessibility and user-friendly results. Unlike competitors, no licensed healthcare provider is needed—anyone motivated to optimise their gut health can easily purchase from our website. We prioritize clarity in our results, providing detailed yet easily understandable explanations without overwhelming medical jargon. 

 

Another distinction is our use of 16S rRNA sequencing for a broad view of the microbial community, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the gut microbiome. While others may use qPCR for specific quantification, we focus on a holistic perspective rather than quantifying specific species or genes.

What information is included in Gutcheck and how can I use it?

The GutCheck test is designed to:

  • Get insights into how your gut microbiome is impacting your current digestive health, mental and physical well-being
  • Learn about the potential future disease associations
  • Help optimize lifestyle changes to improve overall health and productivity
  • Suggest food and probiotics to optimize your unique gut microbiome

What is the process?

Following the purchase of a Gutcheck kit, you will be shipped your kit which includes all of the necessary items to easily collect a stool sample and return the sample using the provided prepaid shipping envelope. 

 

Our Gutcheck analysis provides a detailed report on your gut bacteria, gut potential, disease-associations, personalized food recommendations, and more! Our team of scientists and engineers perform extensive research and develop a comprehensive test report. It takes approximately 6-weeks from the day we receive your stool sample. During this time, we keep you updated about the status and progress of your sample. You can log into your account and check the status or receive an email/text message if you provide your contact information.

Do you test for parasites, yeast or fungus?

Currently we do not sequence yeast, fungi, or parasites. The report is based on bacteria only. We test for some pathogenic and inflammatory bacteria including clostridium difficile, H. pylori, clostridium perfringens, Collinsella, Fusobacterium, and Desulfovibrio. We also provide you with a composition breakdown of all bacteria present in your microbiome. In the near future, we plan on offering fungi and parasite detection as an option within our testing.

What is the best time to take my test?

It is best to take the test after your first bowel movement of the day when you have maintained your regular habits and diet for at least a week prior to sampling. Any changes to your normal daily routine like overseas travel, short-term use of medicines, or trying new foods can influence your gut microbiome.
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