Intestinal Permeability
Discover your intestines’ ability to adequately prevent the passage of toxins, food antigens, and pathogens into the bloodstream.
This test helps in assessing the integrity of the intestinal wall and its capacity to protect the body from harmful substances.
What is Intestinal Permeability
Altered intestinal permeability syndrome is a condition where the intestine becomes easily permeable and less effective as a barrier against food, bacteria, fungi, and allergens, with which it is in constant contact.
Symptoms / who is the Test For
In this condition, the tight junctions of intestinal cells change in a way that allows the passage of foreign and potentially dangerous molecules, which can cause or contribute to:
Chronic Diarrhea
Abdominal Bloating
Constipation
Recurrent Genitourinary Infections
Eczema and Skin Rashes
Test Principle
Photometry is used to measure the amount of lactulose and mannitol in urine.
Pre-test Preparation
The Day Before the Test:
Avoid: milk, alcohol, red meat, laxatives, anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin
Consume bread and pasta in moderation
Dinner should be before 8:00 PM
The Day of Sample Collection:
Empty your bladder in the morning, before eating
Remain fasting throughout the urine collection period