When it comes to the gastrointestinal tract, we often focus on the balance of the commensal bacteria to optimize health. But, if that balance is interrupted, or the microbiome is lacking, some of the bacteria can overgrow. At higher levels of growth, patients can experience symptoms. There are also some important disease associations with overgrowth of specific species. Because of this potential, we designate these aerobic bacteria as potential pathogens.

On today’s episode, we unpack the concept of potential pathogens and talk about what to do- and what not to do- when you find them on a stool test.  

 

Today on The Lab Report: 
2:55 Potentially pathogenic bacteria – what are they and when should we worry?
7:30 Klebsiella - symptoms and systemic associations
10:52 Why you don’t always treat a potential pathogen
12:25Concerns about Proteus
14:40 Citrobacter is common but has potential
15:45 Let’s Recap!
17:00 Question of the Day with Jim Kelton!

What does 1+, 2+, 3+, 4+ mean on the GI Effects culture results?

 

Additional Resources: 

GI Effects Comprehensive Stool Profile

Pathogenic Bacteria & Yeast Chart

 

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When it comes to the gastrointestinal tract, we often focus on the balance of the commensal bacteria to optimize health. But, if that balance is interrupted, or the microbiome is lacking, some of the bacteria can overgrow. At higher levels of growth, patients can experience symptoms. There are also some important disease associations with overgrowth of specific species. Because of this potential, we designate these aerobic bacteria as potential pathogens.
On today&rsquo;s episode, we unpack the concept of potential pathogens and talk about what to do- and what not to do- when you find them on a stool test. &nbsp;
&nbsp;
Today on The Lab Report: 
<ul>
<li>2:55 Potentially pathogenic bacteria &ndash; what are they and when should we worry?</li>
<li>7:30 Klebsiella - symptoms and systemic associations</li>
<li>10:52 Why you don&rsquo;t always treat a potential pathogen</li>
<li>12:25 Concerns about Proteus</li>
<li>14:40 Citrobacter is common but has potential</li>
<li>15:45 Let&rsquo;s Recap!</li>
<li>17:00 Question of the Day with Jim Kelton!
<ul>
<li>What does 1+, 2+, 3+, 4+ mean on the GI Effects culture results?</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Additional Resources: 
<a href="https://www.gdx.net/product/gi-effects-comprehensive-stool-test">GI Effects Comprehensive Stool Profile</a>
<a href="https://www.gdx.net/core/supplemental-education-materials/Pathogenic-Bacteria-and-Yeast-Chart.pdf">Pathogenic Bacteria &amp; Yeast Chart</a>
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Subscribe, Rate, &amp; Review The Lab Report
Thanks for tuning in to this week&rsquo;s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review.
Don&rsquo;t forget to <a href="https://www.gdx.net/">visit our website</a>, like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/genova.diagnostics/">Facebook</a>, follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/genova_gdx">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/genovadiagnostics/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/genova-diagnostics">LinkedIn</a>. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: <a href="mailto:podcast@gdx.net">podcast@gdx.net</a>.
And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing.
Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.
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