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CDSA (Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis
This test offers a comprehensive analysis of the health of the gastrointestinal tract, including: digestion, absorption, bacterial balance, yeast overgrowth, presence of parasites, inflammation, metabolic activity and immune function. It gives us specific and objective information about digestion and absorption in your body. In addition it can identify the presence of bacteria, yeast, or parasites and gives sensitivity testing to determine what medications or herbs will eradicate those organisms that don’t belong. These tests allow the physician to target trouble areas with very individualized treatments to improve symptoms and optimize digestive function. A nice feature of this test is that testing for parasites can be included or omitted from this test. Parasitic infections, such as, Giardia are not uncommon, especially in people who have travelled outside of the country. Parasitic infections, like other digestive disorders, can cause a variety of symptoms including abdominal pain, alternating diarrhea and constipation, nausea, headaches and abdominal distention. Utilizing a test to distinguish the source of your digestive distress is key in treating the underlying cause and creating optimal health.