Gut Microbiome Test

Understanding your health starts with your gut. The trillions of bacteria living in your gut influence everything from digestion & immunity to mood, skin and even sleep.

  • At-home test
Sample
Stool
Collection
At-home stool sample, posted to lab
Results in
28–42 days
Biomarkers
10
Tests for
  • Archael Composition
  • Bacteria that breakdown fibre
  • Bacteria with probiotic properties
  • Butyric acid producing bacteria
  • Hydrogen Sulphide producing Bacteria
  • Microbiome weight gain conditions
  • Pathogenic bacteria
  • Presence of Oxalate-degrading Bacteria
  • The Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes (F/B) ratio
  • Bacteriophages

Test specifications

Sample type
stool
Collection method
at-home stool sample, posted to lab
Turnaround time
28–42 days
Biomarkers tested
10
At-home test
Yes
Doctor reviewed
No
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

10 biomarkers as listed by Randox Health.

Archael Composition

  • Archael Composition

Bacterial Composition

  • Bacteria that breakdown fibre
  • Bacteria with probiotic properties
  • Butyric acid producing bacteria
  • Hydrogen Sulphide producing Bacteria
  • Microbiome weight gain conditions
  • Pathogenic bacteria
  • Presence of Oxalate-degrading Bacteria
  • The Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes (F/B) ratio

Viral Composition

  • Bacteriophages

About this test

Understanding your health starts with your gut. The trillions of bacteria living in your gut influence everything from digestion & immunity to mood, skin and even sleep. When your gut is out of balance, it can affect your whole body.

Our convenient gut microbiome test gives you a detailed look at your unique gut bacteria, with personalised insights to help support your health from the inside out - all from the comfort of home.

Autoimmune problems, constipation, diarrhoea, weight gain, gas and indigestion can all be signs of an unhealthy gut created by an overgrowth of 'bad bacteria'. Our easy to use gut microbiome test gives you a complete pictures of gut health. You'll get a deep dive into the bacteria living in your digestive system and how they might be affecting your health. Better gut health can lead to more energy, stronger immunity, clearer skin, better digestion and even improved mood. It all starts with your gut microbiome.

  • Gain a real understanding of your gut health
  • Stool sample collection from home
  • Results within 4-6 weeks of sample arrival at our lab

Description provided by Randox Health.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 9.5/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 9.0/10

    The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 7.1/10

    10 biomarkers against a median of 24 across the 8 tests in its comparison group.

  • Collection convenience 6.0/10

    Can be done at home; results in around 42 days.

  • Results and follow-up 3.0/10

    Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.

  • Trust signals 9.0/10

    Trustpilot 4.6 from 29,705 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 (Randox Clinical Laboratory Services, lab 9329)); CQC registered.

  • Value for money 7.1/10

    £208.00 against a comparison-group median of £228.50 (-9%).

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