Gut Barrier Panel (GB Panel) - Standalone - Fingerstick

Overview:

Gut Barrier Panel (GB Panel); this is included with the FIT 176 and FIT 132 Tests. Providers who strive to differentiate the levels of gut dysfunction, from simple sensitivity to inflammation, and more extreme levels of leaky gut will find the addition of the GB Panel very useful.

Gut Barrier Panel (GB Panel)

KBMO has created a unique Gut Barrier Panel which in recognition that leaky gut occurs across a spectrum we have included the following gatekeeper markers: Candida, Zonulin and Occludin. For each marker, we measure IgG 1-4 /C3d in addition to IgA 1 and 2.

Candida

We measure and use any candida overgrowth in the stomach/dysbiosis as a precursor to leaky gut occurrence.

Zonulin

Zonulin is a marker of intestinal permeability, otherwise known as leaky gut. If a patient has elevated Zonulin levels, the normal regulation of the tight junctions is compromised. This Zonulin marker is unique to KBMO please follow the link for more information: https://kbmodiagnostics.com/zonulin-test

Occludin

Occludin is a marker of tight junction stabilization and optimal barrier function. Elevated occludin indicates that the tight junctions are breaking down.

GB Panel Interpretation

If any of the 6 markers are positive, we recommend consulting your provider regarding a gut healing protocol.

The GB Panel removes the guesswork; providers no longer have to guess they can test for Food Sensitivities, Inflammation, and Leaky Gut and then treat their patients accordingly.

This Panel is included with the FIT 132 and FIT 176.

It is also available as a standalone fingerstick test.