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CANDIDA SCREEN BLOOD TEST
Candida (Candida albicans) is a type of yeast it
resides in the human gut and is responsible for breaking down complex
sugars. In a healthy gut it exists in balance with other important bacteria
or organisms. However when it becomes the dominant organism in the
digestive tract, it can contribute to many problems as can be seen from the
list of symptoms on the left of this page.
Factors that may encourage Candida overgrowth:
Ø Antibiotics
Ø Oral
Contraceptives
Ø Steroid
drugs
Ø Smoking
Ø Sugar
consumption
Ø Poor
diet
Should I test for Candida
A
wide range of symptoms are associated with Candida overgrowth. A
test may be the only way to know if your symptoms are associated with this
organism. Once identified you can
take steps to treat the matter correctly.
The Test
A small pin prick
sample of blood is required to measure IgG and IgM antibody levels using
the highly accurate ELISA technology.
Ø High
levels of IgG antibody concentration can be indicative of past and ongoing
infection
Ø High
levels of IgM antibody concentration are more likely to indicate a current
infection.
Ø Results
available in 10 working days
Ø Test
results indicate past, ongoing or current infection
Food
Intolerance
Individuals with an overgrowth of the
organism Candida albicans may often be susceptible to food
intolerances. To help achieve an
improvement in health the identification of food intolerances may be
beneficial. Please read the pages on
food intolerances.
Enquires:
0800 043 1701
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