Stool testing-which lab to use

[ShaesMom]

My LLMD uses Genova Diagnostics. Is this a good choice or is there someone else I should use? Anyone recommend any certain panel?

 

Thanks

[sf_mom]

Metametrix. I've attached link to their comprehensive stool analysis and what is reviewed in their result sheet. Sorry I do not know how it compares to Genova Diagnostic.

 

http://www.metametrix.com/files/test-menu/sample-reports/GI-Effects-GI-Function-SR.pdf

[ShaesMom]

I do think the Metametrix report is easier to read. Genova & Metametrix are actually in the process of merging into one company.

 

http://www.gdx.net/i/metametrix

[LaurenK]

quest is covered by insurance.

[red]

I do think the Metametrix report is easier to read. Genova & Metametrix are actually in the process of merging into one company.

 

http://www.gdx.net/i/metametrix

I had never been to Genova's website. As I unfortunately know far too much about prostate cancer I decided to look up prostate cancer.

Under PCa they say "High testosterone as well as impaired estrogen metabolism may increase the risk of prostate cancer".

There is absolutely not one scientific study that shows a relationship between high testosterone increasing the risk of prostate cancer.

And as far as I am aware there are also no studies showing "impaired estrogen metabolism" may increase the risk of PCa".

I hope Genova is better informed on other medical issues, example parasites, that seem to be important to many people in this forum.

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