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Testing for H. pylori is appropriate in patients with unresolved
digestive issues, fatigue, or signs of gut inflammation. Functional
protocols often go beyond antibiotics, incorporating herbal
antimicrobials, gut lining support, and microbiome balancing.
Identifying and addressing H. pylori can be key in resolving chronic
symptoms and restoring long-term gastrointestinal health.
Common tests include:
Urea Breath Test (UBT) 3 Highly accurate, ideal for initial diagnosis
and post-treatment confirmation
Stool Antigen Test (SAT) 3 Non-invasive and reliable for active
infection
This masterclass with Dr. Amy Rolfsen, ND, covers clinical strategies
for identifying and treating H. pylori using the GI-MAP test. The
slides are available in the Resources section as a PDF.
Gut Pathogens to Watch For
This lesson summarizes common bacterial, parasitic, and viral
pathogens that may be identified in gastrointestinal infections or
assessed via advanced stool testing such as multiplex PCR panels.
Bacterial Pathogens
These bacteria are commonly implicated in gastrointestinal illness
and foodborne outbreaks:
Campylobacter spp.
Commonly C. jejuni and C. coli; associated with undercooked
poultry and contaminated water.
Clostridioides difficile Toxin A & Toxin B
Toxin-producing strains may cause antibiotic-associated diarrhea
and colitis.
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