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Testing Method:
Stool
 
PAEDIATRIC-Biome Test
Advanced Gut Health Testing for Children and Teenagers
 
The PAEDIATRIC-Biome test is a comprehensive stool analysis designed for children and adolescents aged 3–17 years. It provides detailed insight into gut health, digestion and the balance of the gut microbiome — the collection of bacteria and microorganisms that play a vital role in overall health and development.
 
The gut microbiome influences many important functions in growing children, including:
Digestion and nutrient absorption
Immune system function
Inflammation and immune balance
Gut barrier integrity
Metabolism and energy production
Brain and nervous system health
 
Using advanced technology, the PAEDIATRIC-Biome test analyses a stool sample to assess:
Beneficial and imbalanced gut bacteria
Microbial diversity
Digestive and absorption markers
Gut inflammation
Short chain fatty acid production
Intestinal permeability (“leaky gut” markers)
Potential pathogens, parasites or overgrowths
 
This test may be particularly helpful for children and teenagers experiencing:
Bloating, abdominal discomfort or reflux
Constipation or diarrhoea
Food sensitivities or intolerances
Frequent infections or immune concerns
Skin conditions such as eczema
Ongoing symptoms after antibiotic use
Signs of gut dysbiosis or inflammation
ADHD, PANS or PANDAS-related concerns
Suspected inflammatory bowel disease
Suspected Coeliac disease
 
Why Age-Specific Testing Matters:
A child’s gut microbiome continues to develop throughout childhood and adolescence. The balance of bacteria and microbial patterns seen in children are naturally different from those of adults and can change significantly with age, diet, growth and immune development.
For this reason, using adult reference ranges may not provide an accurate picture of a child’s gut health.
 
The PAEDIATRIC-Biome test uses age-specific reference ranges and developmental patterns to interpret results according to your child’s stage of growth and development. This allows practitioners to gain more meaningful and clinically relevant insights into whether the microbiome is developing as expected or whether imbalances may be contributing to symptoms.
 
Supporting Children’s Health and Development:
The PAEDIATRIC-Biome test can provide valuable information to help support:
Digestive and gastrointestinal health
Immune system development and resilience
Allergy and inflammatory conditions
Microbiome restoration after antibiotics
Nutrient absorption and gut function
Metabolic and inflammatory balance
Neurological and behavioural health support
 
By understanding the unique microbiome patterns of children and adolescents, practitioners can create more personalised strategies to support long-term gut health and overall wellbeing.
 
Analytes:
Bacterial Pathogens
Beneficial Bacteria
Beta Glucuronidase
Calprotectin
Pancreatic Elastase 1 (PE-1)
Probiotics
Secretory IgA
Short Chain Fatty Acids
Steatocrit
Stool Colour
Stool Form
Transglutaminase IgA
Viral Pathogens
Zonulin