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Understand your results (15 min) added to cart
Understand your results (15 min)
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£ 39,00
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DNA Cardiovascular Health Test
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£ 159,00
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Food Intolerance 240 items
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£ 289,00
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Neurotransmitters Basic
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£ 159,00
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Gluten Intolerance Test
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£ 49,00
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Allergy & Food Intolerance Test
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£ 99,00
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Lactose Intolerance Test
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Health Test Basic
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£ 245,00
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Diabetes Test (HbA1c)
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£ 24,99
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H. pylori test (peptic ulcer)
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£ 19,00
Gut Microbiome Test Small added to cart
Gut Microbiome Test Small
Gut Health Tests
£ 99,00
Proteus
Proteus is a genus of Gram-negative bacteria known for their ability to cause urinary tract infections (UTIs), particularly in people with long-term catheters or with a compromised immune system. They are also associated with wound infections and, less commonly, with respiratory system infections. Proteus bacteria are notable for their ability to resist multiple antibiotics, making infections challenging to treat....
Who Would Benefit from Testing for Proteus?
Individuals showing symptoms of a UTI, such as burning during urination, frequent urination, or cloudy urine, would benefit from testing for Proteus, especially if they have recurrent infections or are immunocompromised. People with non-healing wounds or healthcare-associated infections, such as those in hospitals or long-term care facilities, may also need testing to identify Proteus as the causative agent.
What are symptoms of elevated Proteus levels?
Elevated levels of Proteus bacteria can cause a variety of symptoms, depending on the location of the infection. The most common symptoms are:
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs): Pain, burning, and frequency of urination, cloudy or bloody urine, fever, and chills.
- Pneumonia: Fever, cough, shortness of breath, and chest pain.
- Skin infections: Redness, swelling, warmth, and pain.
- Sepsis: Fever, chills, rapid breathing, and confusion, decreased urination, dehydration, seizures, and shock.
It is important to note that elevated Proteus levels do not always cause symptoms. In some cases, the bacteria may simply be present in the stool without causing any problems.
How does one contract Proteus?
People can become infected with Proteus through contact with contaminated food, water, or soil, or through contact with the mucous membranes or wounds of an infected person.
Specifically, Proteus can be spread through the following routes:
- Feces-oral transmission: This is the most common route of transmission. Proteus bacteria can be found in the feces of infected people and animals. If someone comes into contact with contaminated feces, they can become infected. This can happen through contact with contaminated food, water, or soil, or through contact with the mucous membranes or wounds of an infected person.
- Contact with contaminated surfaces: Proteus bacteria can survive for long periods of time on contaminated surfaces. If someone comes into contact with a contaminated surface, they can become infected. This can happen through contact with contaminated objects, such as medical equipment or toys.
- Airborne transmission: Proteus bacteria can be spread through the air in droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. If someone inhales these droplets, they can become infected.
What is the connection between Crohn's disease and Proteus?
There is some evidence to suggest that Proteus bacteria may play a role in the development of Crohn’s disease in some people. Proteus bacteria are opportunistic pathogens that can cause infections in a variety of body systems, including the digestive system. In some cases, Proteus bacteria have been found to be present in the intestines of people with Crohn’s disease.
Test(s) that measure/test for Proteus
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IBS Test
GetTested's IBS test is an in-depth gastrointestinal test that analyses the intestinal flora (bacteria and yeast), digestive function such as pancreatic elastase, bile acids, diges...
£ 219,00
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Gut Microbiome Test Small
A healthy gut impacts your brain, immune system, and overall well-being. The Gut Microbiome (or Microbiota) is home to many types of bacteria and microbes, including yeast. These o...
£ 99,00
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Gut Microbiome Test Medium
GetTested's Gut Microbiome Test Medium is a gut flora test targeted primarily to problems with obesity, diabetes, inflammatory diseases. It measures 15 bacteria such as Lactobaci...
£ 149,00
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Gut Microbiome Test Large
GetTested's Gut Microbiome Test Large is the test for you who want a comprehensive overview of your gut health. Many health problems arise from imbalances in our gut and this test ...
£ 219,00
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Gut Microbiome Test XL
The Gut Microbiome Test XL is for those who really want to understand their health. Whether you have IBS/IBD, stomach issues like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, weight prob...
£ 279,00
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