Ordering the GI360 Microbiome Profile by Doctor’s Data
The GI360 Microbiome Profile by Doctor’s Data helps identify the balance and diversity of gut bacteria, yeast, and other microbes that can affect digestion, skin, mood, and immune response. This test uses advanced DNA analysis to detect over 45 different gut organisms, providing a detailed look at how your gut flora may be linked to symptoms like bloating, constipation, diarrhea, skin issues, and fatigue. Interestingly, this test can also reveal patterns in your gut bacteria that may be connected to how your body absorbs nutrients and responds to certain foods.
Ordering the GI360 Microbiome Profile gives you:
- A breakdown of beneficial and harmful gut bacteria, yeast, and parasites
- Detection of markers linked to inflammation and digestive irritation
- Information on how your gut flora may affect your immune system and energy
- Guidance for targeted prebiotic and probiotic support
- Insights into how your gut may be influencing skin, mood, and metabolism
Who Should Consider Gut Microbiome Testing
People who have ongoing digestive problems, skin flare-ups, or unexplained tiredness may benefit from this test. For example, someone who has tried different diets and supplements for months but still struggles with bloating and irregular bowel movements could use this test to find out if an imbalance in gut bacteria is playing a role.
Ordering this test may also be helpful if you:
- Have frequent stomach pain, gas, or changes in stool
- Notice skin problems like eczema or acne that don’t improve with usual care
- Experience mood swings, anxiety, or trouble focusing that seem linked to digestion
- Have food sensitivities or reactions to common foods
- Recently took antibiotics and want to check if your gut flora has recovered
Testing can show if your gut bacteria are out of balance, which can affect how your body digests food, absorbs nutrients, and manages inflammation. Delaying this test may mean missing early signs of gut issues that could be easier to address with timely changes in diet or supplements.
How to Prepare for Microbiome Analysis
Fasting is not required for the GI360 Microbiome Profile, but it’s best to avoid collecting a sample during active diarrhea or menstruation. Always follow any instructions your doctor or healthcare provider gives you to make sure your sample is collected and shipped correctly for the most useful results.
Labs Included When Ordering Your GI360 Microbiome Profile by Doctor’s Data
| Test Name | Reference Range | Significance | Low and High Levels of GI360 Microbiome Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacterial Markers | |||
| Acinetobacter junii | <1% | This bacterium is rarely found in healthy gut flora and may be linked to gut infections or inflammation if present in high amounts. | High levels mean possible gut infection or imbalance.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected in healthy samples. |
| Actinobacteria | 2-10% | Actinobacteria help break down complex plant fibers and support the growth of beneficial bacteria like Bifidobacterium. | High levels mean possible overgrowth, sometimes linked to inflammation.
Low levels mean reduced fiber breakdown and possible lower Bifidobacterium. |
| Actinomycetales | <1% | These bacteria are part of the Actinobacteria group and are usually present in small amounts in the gut. | High levels mean possible imbalance or infection.
Low levels mean normal or absent, which is typical. |
| Akkermansia muciniphila | 0.5-5% | This bacterium helps maintain the gut lining and is linked to healthy metabolism and weight control. | High levels mean possible excessive mucus breakdown.
Low levels mean reduced gut barrier support and may be linked to weight gain or inflammation. |
| Alistipes onderdonkii | <1% | Alistipes species are part of the normal gut flora but can be linked to digestive symptoms if out of balance. | High levels mean possible gut irritation or dysbiosis.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is common. |
| Alistipes spp. | 0.1-2% | These bacteria help break down proteins and may influence inflammation in the gut. | High levels mean possible link to gut discomfort.
Low levels mean reduced protein breakdown. |
| Bacilli Class | 1-5% | Bacilli include beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus, which support digestion and immune function. | High levels mean possible overgrowth, sometimes after antibiotics.
Low levels mean reduced support for digestion and immune response. |
| Bacteroides fragilis | 1-5% | This species helps break down complex carbohydrates and supports gut barrier function. | High levels mean possible imbalance or infection.
Low levels mean reduced carbohydrate breakdown and gut barrier support. |
| Bacteroides pectinophilus | <1% | This bacterium is involved in breaking down plant fibers and pectin in the gut. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean reduced fiber breakdown. |
| Bacteroides spp. & Prevotella spp. | 10-30% | These groups are major components of the gut microbiome and help digest plant-based foods. | High levels mean possible link to high-fiber diets or imbalance.
Low levels mean reduced plant food digestion. |
| Bacteroides stercoris | 1-5% | This species is common in healthy guts and helps break down dietary fiber. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean reduced fiber digestion. |
| Bacteroides zoogleoformans | <1% | This bacterium is rarely found in large amounts and may be linked to gut imbalance if elevated. | High levels mean possible dysbiosis.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected. |
| Bifidobacterium spp. | 5-15% | Bifidobacteria are beneficial bacteria that support digestion, immune function, and help prevent overgrowth of harmful microbes. | High levels mean possible over-supplementation.
Low levels mean reduced support for digestion and immune response. |
| Catenibacterium mitsuokai | <1% | This bacterium is part of the normal gut flora and helps break down certain carbohydrates. | High levels mean possible imbalance.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is common. |
| Clostridia Class | 10-30% | Clostridia are a large group of bacteria, some of which are beneficial and help produce short-chain fatty acids for gut health. | High levels mean possible overgrowth or toxin production.
Low levels mean reduced short-chain fatty acid production. |
| Clostridium L2-50 | <1% | This species is rarely found in healthy guts and may be linked to gut imbalance if present in high amounts. | High levels mean possible dysbiosis.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected. |
| Clostridium methylpentosum | <1% | This bacterium is involved in breaking down certain sugars and fibers in the gut. | High levels mean possible imbalance.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is common. |
| Coprobacillus cateniformis | <1% | This species is part of the normal gut flora and helps break down plant material. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected. |
| Dialister invisus & Megasphaera micronuciformis | <1% | These bacteria are involved in breaking down certain carbohydrates and may influence gut pH. | High levels mean possible imbalance.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is common. |
| Dorea spp. | <1% | Dorea species are part of the normal gut flora and help break down plant fibers. | High levels mean possible link to gut discomfort.
Low levels mean reduced fiber breakdown. |
| Enterobacteriaceae | <1% | This family includes bacteria that can cause gut infections if present in high amounts. | High levels mean possible infection or inflammation.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected. |
| Escherichia spp. | <1% | Escherichia includes E. coli, which is normal in small amounts but can cause problems if overgrown. | High levels mean possible infection or gut irritation.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is common. |
| Eubacterium biforme | <1% | This bacterium helps produce short-chain fatty acids that support gut lining health. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean reduced gut lining support. |
| Eubacterium hallii | <1% | This species helps produce butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid important for gut health. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean reduced butyrate production. |
| Eubacterium rectale | 1-5% | This bacterium is a major producer of butyrate, which supports the gut lining and reduces inflammation. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean reduced gut lining support and higher inflammation risk. |
| Eubacterium siraeum | <1% | This species is part of the normal gut flora and helps break down plant material. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected. |
| Faecalibacterium prausnitzii | 5-15% | This bacterium is one of the most abundant in healthy guts and helps reduce inflammation and support the gut lining. | High levels mean possible over-supplementation.
Low levels mean reduced anti-inflammatory support and gut lining health. |
| Firmicutes | 40-60% | Firmicutes are a large group of bacteria that help digest plant foods and produce short-chain fatty acids. | High levels mean possible link to weight gain or imbalance.
Low levels mean reduced fiber digestion. |
| Lachnospiraceae | 10-20% | This family of bacteria helps produce butyrate and supports gut barrier function. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean reduced butyrate production and gut barrier support. |
| Lactobacillus ruminis & Pediococcus acidilactici | <1% | These beneficial bacteria help digest lactose and support immune function. | High levels mean possible over-supplementation.
Low levels mean reduced lactose digestion and immune support. |
| Lactobacillus spp. | 1-5% | Lactobacillus species are beneficial bacteria that help digest food and support the immune system. | High levels mean possible over-supplementation.
Low levels mean reduced support for digestion and immune response. |
| Mycoplasma hominis | <1% | This bacterium is rarely found in healthy guts and may be linked to infection if present in high amounts. | High levels mean possible infection.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected. |
| Parabacteroides johnsonii | <1% | This species is part of the normal gut flora and helps break down plant material. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is common. |
| Parabacteroides spp. | 1-5% | These bacteria help digest plant-based foods and may influence inflammation in the gut. | High levels mean possible link to gut discomfort.
Low levels mean reduced plant food digestion. |
| Phascolarctobacterium spp. | <1% | This group helps produce short-chain fatty acids that support gut health. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean reduced short-chain fatty acid production. |
| Proteobacteria | <1% | Proteobacteria include some bacteria that can cause gut infections if present in high amounts. | High levels mean possible infection or inflammation.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected. |
| Ruminococcus albus & R. bromii | <1% | These bacteria help break down resistant starches and support gut health. | High levels mean possible overgrowth.
Low levels mean reduced starch breakdown. |
| Ruminococcus gnavus | <1% | This species is part of the normal gut flora but may be linked to inflammation if overgrown. | High levels mean possible link to gut inflammation.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is common. |
| Streptococcus agalactiae & Eubacterium rectale | <1% | These bacteria are part of the normal gut flora but can cause problems if overgrown. | High levels mean possible infection or imbalance.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected. |
| Streptococcus salivarius ssp.thermophilus & S. sanguinis | <1% | These species are usually found in the mouth but can be present in the gut in small amounts. | High levels mean possible oral-gut transfer or imbalance.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is common. |
| Streptococcus spp. | 1-5% | Streptococcus species are part of the normal gut flora but can cause problems if overgrown. | High levels mean possible infection or imbalance.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is expected. |
| Veillonella spp. | <1% | These bacteria help break down lactate and may influence gut pH. | High levels mean possible imbalance.
Low levels mean typical or absent, which is common. |
| Vibrio cholerae | Not detected | This bacterium is a known pathogen and should not be present in healthy gut samples. | High levels mean possible infection.
Low levels mean not detected, which is normal. |
Reference ranges may change slightly as labs update their methods and research advances.
GI360 Microbiome Profile by Doctor’s Data FAQ
Is there GI360 Microbiome Profile by Doctor’s Data testing near me?
This is a home test kit, so you can collect your sample locally and send it to the lab using the included prepaid shipping. For those dealing with ongoing digestive symptoms, having a kit you can use at home means you don’t have to travel or wait for a clinic appointment, making it easier to get answers quickly.
How do I interpret the test results?
While your treating physician should review your results, we also offer a one-on-one test results review with our clinical team to help you understand your report and next steps.
What is the cost of the test?
The price listed for the GI360 Microbiome Profile by Doctor’s Data includes standard shipping to you and return shipping to the lab, but draw fees may apply. Ordering this test can help you pinpoint the source of digestive discomfort, so you can address symptoms and feel better sooner.
How often should I retest?
Retesting is usually recommended every 6-12 months, especially if you are making changes to your diet, supplements, or have ongoing symptoms. Regular testing helps track how your gut flora responds to changes and can guide adjustments for better results.
How accurate is the test?
The GI360 Microbiome Profile by Doctor’s Data uses multiplex PCR and MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for DNA-based detection, with a specificity of 98% and sensitivity of 97%. TrueHealthLabs.com partners with CLIA-certified and CAP-certified laboratories to uphold rigorous testing standards for dependable results.
Important Notes
- The test cannot be collected and mailed from New York state. Contact us with questions
Medical Review Board
Reviewed by Jeff Donohue M.D. from Body Logic and Brady Hurst DC, CCCN. Written by True Health Lab’s team of editorial health contributors.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
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