GI MAP

The GI MAP is a comprehensive stool-based DNA test that uses quantitative PCR to profile the gut microbiome, detect pathogenic organisms, and measure functional and inflammatory markers. It quantifies beneficial and opportunistic bacteria, identifies bacterial pathogens, parasites, fungi, and evaluates markers such as fecal calprotectin and pancreatic elastase to assess gut inflammation and digestive function. This information helps clinicians and nutrition specialists in Dubai design targeted nutritional plans, probiotic or antimicrobial strategies, and monitor response to treatment.

GI MAP is especially useful for people with chronic digestive symptoms (bloating, diarrhoea, constipation), suspected infectious or inflammatory gut conditions, recurrent gut dysbiosis after antibiotics, or for anyone seeking personalized gut-health optimisation. Samples are collected at home across Dubai with secure courier pickup; results typically include a quantitative report with interpretive comments and recommendations for clinical follow-up.

• Quantitative bacterial DNA (key commensals and opportunists)
• Pathogenic bacteria (e.g., Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella/EIEC)
• Clostridioides difficile toxin genes
• Parasitic and protozoal DNA (e.g., Giardia, Entamoeba)
• Fungal/yeast detection (e.g., Candida species)
• Fecal calprotectin (intestinal inflammation)
• Pancreatic elastase (exocrine pancreatic function)
• Occult blood (FOBT) and select antimicrobial resistance markers

• Persistent bloating, gas, diarrhoea or constipation
• Recurring gastrointestinal infections or post-antibiotic symptoms
• Suspected inflammatory bowel disease or unexplained gut inflammation
• Before or during a targeted probiotic/nutrition intervention
• Unresolved food sensitivities or chronic abdominal pain

• Detailed quantitative microbiome profile to identify dysbiosis
• Detection of bacterial, parasitic and fungal pathogens
• Assessment of gut inflammation and digestive function markers
• Actionable insights to guide personalised nutrition and probiotic therapy
• Convenient at-home sample collection and pickup across Dubai

• At-home stool collection kit provided with clear instructions
• Avoid antibiotics and investigational probiotics for 2 weeks if possible
• No fasting required; avoid contaminating sample with urine or water
• Ensure timely pickup—refrigerate sample if instructed by the kit