GI Effects Stool Test in Singapore: Genova’s Comprehensive Gut Health Profile
Your gut is involved in almost everything: digestion, immunity, hormones, mood, energy, and even how your skin looks. When the gut is out of balance, the symptoms often show up far beyond the digestive tract, such as fatigue, brain fog, autoimmune flares, skin issues, anxiety, or stubborn weight, which is exactly why so many people stay stuck on symptom assessment without ever finding the root cause. A comprehensive functional stool test changes that by mapping what is actually happening inside the gut, rather than guessing from symptoms alone.
At NutraNourish, we use the Genova Diagnostics GI Effects Comprehensive Stool Profile, a gold-standard test that combines PCR, culture, microscopy, and MALDI-TOF technology to assess digestion, absorption, inflammation, immune response, dysbiosis, opportunistic pathogens, and the metabolic activity of your microbiome. The sample is collected at home and the results are interpreted by Dr. Menka Gupta to give you a clear, root-cause picture of your gut health.
Find out exactly what is happening inside your gut.
Get a comprehensive view of your digestion, microbiome, and gut inflammation backed by functional medicine, interpreted by Dr. Menka Gupta.
Get To Know Dr Menka
Dr. Menka Gupta* has been practicing functional medicine since 2012 and is the first Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP) in South Asia. She has helped more than 12,000+ patients with complex and chronic health issues related to Digestive disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic fatigue, Thyroid, Autoimmunity, Eczema, Autism. She has more than 25 years of experience in the health and wellness field in London and Singapore.
Dr. Menka Gupta*, MBBS, MSc, FMCP-M
IFM-Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner • 25+ Years Experience
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What is the GI Effects Stool Test?
This test uses multiple approaches to evaluating factors contributing to proper digestion (including PCR testing, culture, and microscopic analysis) to produce a comprehensive picture of digestive function, including digestive efficacy, gluten’s impact on the body, inflammation, immune response, and gut microbiome composition. For example, the GI Effects Stool Test provides clinically meaningful information regarding dysbiosis, opportunistic pathogens, and metabolic dysfunction in addition to individual “Functional Disruptive” scores for maldigestion, inflammation, dysbiosis, metabolite issues, and opportunistic infections.
The GI Effects Stool Test can be collected and used in either a single-day version or a three-day version to best accommodate individuals with chronic gastrointestinal issues, as well as those with chronic, systemic conditions such as fibromyalgia and autoimmune diseases.
The GI Effects Profile has been further enhanced with additional improvements that include inflammation-associated dysbiosis scores and the optional integration of Microbiomix, which uses Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) to provide a comprehensive metagenomic assessment of the patient’s entire gut microbiome and its potential functions.
This test uses multiple approaches to evaluating factors contributing to proper digestion (including PCR testing, culture, and microscopic analysis) to produce a comprehensive picture of digestive function, including digestive efficacy, gluten’s impact on the body, inflammation, immune response, and gut microbiome composition. For example, the GI Effects Stool Test provides clinically meaningful information regarding dysbiosis, opportunistic pathogens, and metabolic dysfunction in addition to individual “Functional Disruptive” scores for maldigestion, inflammation, dysbiosis, metabolite issues, and opportunistic infections.
The GI Effects Stool Test can be collected and used in either a single-day version or a three-day version to best accommodate individuals with chronic gastrointestinal issues, as well as those with chronic, systemic conditions such as fibromyalgia and autoimmune diseases.
The GI Effects Profile has been further enhanced with additional improvements that include inflammation-associated dysbiosis scores and the optional integration of Microbiomix, which uses Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) to provide a comprehensive metagenomic assessment of the patient’s entire gut microbiome and its potential functions.
Who Should Take a GI Effects Stool Test?
This test is especially valuable if you fall into any of these groups:
- ✓You experience persistent gas, bloating, abdominal pain, or indigestion that has not been explained by standard tests
- ✓You suffer from diarrhoea, constipation, or alternating bowel habits
- ✓You have been assessed with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) and want to identify the root cause
- ✓You have been assessed with IBD, including Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis
- ✓You experience food allergies, food sensitivities, or reactions to multiple foods
- ✓ You have chronic gastrointestinal symptoms that come and go without clear triggers
- ✓You suspect a parasite, yeast overgrowth, or gut infection (the 3-day version is recommended in this case)
- ✓You have an autoimmune condition such as Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or psoriasis
- ✓You experience mood disorders, anxiety, or depression that may be linked to the gut-brain axis
- ✓You have eczema, acne, psoriasis, or chronic skin issues
- ✓You experience joint pain or systemic inflammation linked to gut dysbiosis
- ✓ You are managing diabetes, blood sugar instability, or stubborn weight issues
- ✓Your standard stool tests have come back “normal” but symptoms persist
Gut imbalances rarely resolve on their own and tend to accelerate chronic illness, so testing is especially important for anyone optimising for long-term health rather than just managing symptoms.
If you’re nodding your head “YES” to any of these, this is for YOU.
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Conditions Addressed
Which Health Issues Does It Help?
The GI Effects Stool Test can help identify gut-driven root causes behind a wide range of conditions, including:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
- Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and dysbiosis
- Leaky gut (increased intestinal permeability)
- Parasitic, bacterial, and yeast infections of the gut
- Clostridium difficile and H. pylori infections
- Food allergies, food sensitivities, and intolerances
- Autoimmune conditions including Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and psoriasis
- Mood disorders, anxiety, and depression linked to the gut-brain axis
- Skin conditions including eczema, acne, rosacea, and psoriasis
- Type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, and blood sugar imbalance
- Allergies and chronic sinus issues
- Joint pain, fibromyalgia, and chronic inflammation
- Stubborn weight gain or unintended weight loss
- Chronic fatigue and post-viral illness recovery
Step-by-Step Process
GI Effects Stool Test Procedure
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Enrol in the NutraNourish GI Effects Stool Test program
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Receive your Genova Diagnostics at-home collection kit (3 working days for Singapore clients, 1 to 2 weeks for overseas)
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Stop all antibiotics and antifungal medications for 2 to 4 weeks before collection
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Discontinue any probiotics for at least 2 weeks before collection
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Stop bismuth and any digestive enzyme supplements for 2 days before collection
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Avoid collecting during acute illness, menstruation, or active haemorrhoid flare
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Collect 1 day of stool (single-day version) or 3 consecutive days of stool (3-day version) using the provided scoop into the preservative tube, making sure urine and water do not contact the sample. Use 6 scoops if the stool is liquid
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Tightly close the lid, shake well, and follow the kit’s video and written instructions for storage and shipping
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Schedule a courier pick-up; we arrange shipping to the laboratory
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Lab analysis is completed, and results are typically returned within 21 days of receipt
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Dr. Menka Gupta personally reviews your results and walks you through them in your 1-hour consultation
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Receive your personalised gut healing and recovery planReceive your personalised gut healing and recovery plan
How Long Does a GI Effects Stool Test Take?
The stool collection itself takes only a few minutes per sample at home. Lab results are typically available within 21 days of the sample reaching the laboratory, and you will receive your personalised program from Dr. Menka Gupta following her expert review of your report. The single-day version is suitable for most cases; the 3-day version is recommended where there is high suspicion of parasites or in complex chronic cases.
Your Complete Report
What Will A GI Effects Stool Test Tell Me?
The at-home GI Effects Stool Test gives you a complete, multi-layered view of your gut health. Specifically, it tells you:
Together, these results pinpoint not just whether your gut is unhealthy but exactly where the problem lies, whether that is poor digestion, an inflamed lining, a depleted microbiome, an active pathogen, or all of the above. That is the foundation Dr. Menka uses to build your personalised gut healing protocol.
Program Inclusions
What You Get / Kit Inclusions with the GI Effects Stool Test
Why Choose NutraNourish for Your GI Effects Stool Test?
- Gold-standard Genova Diagnostics testing We use the Genova Diagnostics GI Effects Comprehensive Stool Profile, the most clinically validated multi-method gut test available, combining PCR, culture, microscopy, and MALDI-TOF in a single panel.
- IFM-Certified Functional Medicine expertise: Your results are interpreted by Dr. Menka Gupta, the first Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP) in South Asia, with 25+ years of clinical experience and 5,000+ patients helped.
- Root-cause approach, not symptom suppression We do not just hand you a probiotic list. We connect your gut profile to your immune function, hormones, stress, and diet, so the plan addresses why your gut became imbalanced in the first place.
- Convenient at-home collection No clinic visits required. Your saliva samples are collected at home, in your natural environment where your stress actually happens, not in a stressful clinical setting that distorts results.
- Personalised plan, not a generic gut protocol: Every plan is built around your specific microbiome, inflammation, and digestion profile, including pharmaceutical-grade probiotics, prebiotics, antimicrobials, and digestive enzymes where needed.
- Trusted by patients across Singapore and globally: We work with patients in Singapore, India, and internationally, with online consultations and worldwide kit delivery.
- Integrated with leaky gut, SIBO, and food sensitivity testing: Gut imbalance rarely behaves in isolation. We can combine the GI Effects profile with leaky gut, SIBO, and food sensitivity testing to give you a complete picture, all coordinated under one practitioner.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the GI Effects Comprehensive Stool Test?
The GI Effects Comprehensive Stool Test (GI Effects Comprehensive Profile) by Genova utilizes advanced testing methods (PCR and MALDI TOF) to provide a multi-day stool analysis evaluating digestion, inflammation, and microbiomes. The tests identify imbalances that can help prioritize problems for quick action. In addition to the 3 primary areas measured by other tests, the GI Effects tests provide detailed measurements on 24 commensals, parasites, and metabolites, allowing for root-cause of GI problems.
What exactly does the GI Effects profile measure?
The Genova GI Effects profile measures digestion (elastase, fat, proteins), inflammation (calprotectin, eosinophil protein X, secretory immunoglobulin A), and microbiomes (commensals, pathogens, short-chain fatty acids, sensitivities). In addition to testing for bacteria, yeast, and parasites, the GI Effects profile provides a comprehensive measurement of dysbiosis (another term for imbalance). Some profiles also measure H. pylori.
What symptoms indicate I need the GI Effects Stool Test?
You may benefit from a GI Effects stool test if you experience gas, bloating, cramping, reflux, diarrhea, constipation, or symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or irritable bowel disease (IBD). In addition to GI symptoms, consider this test if you have any of the following non-GI symptoms: allergies, autoimmune disease, mood disorders, diabetes, and/or skin and/or joint problems associated with dysbiosis.
Is this test helpful for autoimmune conditions?
The GI Effects stool test can be very beneficial to persons with autoimmune diseases. Autoimmune diseases are often affected by imbalances in gut bacteria, inflammation (calprotectin), and leaky gut markers (e.g., zonulin), all of which can be determined through the use of the GI Effects tests. Once the dysbiosis is addressed, patients often notice improvement in their autoimmune symptoms.
Is the GI Effects test covered by health insurance?
Insurance coverage may differ; commercial insurance plans may not always provide coverage.
How do I collect the stool sample at home?
Use the kit’s scoop for 1-3 days of stool into its associated tube (use 6 scoops for liquid stool); blend/stir/shake well, then tightly close the lid. No medications or supplements should be taken by the participant during the sample collection, as stated in the instructions; ship the sample according to your kit video instructions.
What are the next steps after receiving my gut health test results?
Discuss the analysis report from the Nutra Nourish practitioner showing scores and other information about the person’s condition; follow the tailored protocol as per the Nutra Nourish gut health plan, you can repeat testing every 3 – 6 months until balanced gut health is reached.
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