Q&A: Previous Food Poisoning; Stool Test Negative, BMs Still Abnormal - What to Test Next?

This video delves into the connection between food poisoning and SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), discussing various diagnostic methods and their nuances.

Key Discussions and Takeaways:

• SIBO as a Consequence of Food Poisoning: The video highlights that food poisoning can be a primary cause of SIBO, often manifesting as a delayed reaction months afterwards.
• Diagnostic Tools for SIBO:
  • Breath Test: Mentioned as a standard diagnostic method for SIBO.
  • IBS Smart Test: This blood test is specifically noted as a way to diagnose SIBO that may stem from food poisoning.
• Stool Testing Sensitivity:
  • The video contrasts the sensitivity of stool testing from different laboratories.
  • LabCorp and Quest Diagnostics are cited as having stool tests that are less sensitive for parasites and functional stool testing.
  • Tests from GI Map, Genova, and Vibrant America are mentioned as potentially more sensitive options for functional stool testing.
• Timing and Stool Testing for Food Poisoning: It's emphasized that pathogenic organisms responsible for food poisoning are typically cleared from the stool relatively quickly after the initial illness. Therefore, a stool test performed after the event might not detect the original pathogen.
• Direct-to-Consumer Functional Stool Testing:
  • Rupa Labs is highlighted as a service where individuals can order their own functional stool testing.
  • ​While self-ordering is possible, the interpretation of results still requires consultation with a healthcare practitioner.

Products mentioned:
- IBS-smart test
- SIBO breath tests
- Stool tests:

• https://www.rupahealth.com/allison-siebecker (Rupa)
  
• http://www.directlabs.com/sibo (Direct labs)
  
• https://truehealthlabs.com/product-category/alphabetical-2/sibo/#siboinfo (True Health)