Bowel Check Infant Breastfed

To assess the intestinal flora development in the breastfed infant.

The intestinal flora plays an outstanding role in the well-being and health of infants and young children. Microbial colonisation not only influences the immunological development of the child, but in the first 12 months the intestinal flora is also particularly sensitive, which can affect the establishment of a stable microecological environment.

The stimulation of NK cell and macrophage activity on the one hand and the stimulation of sIgA synthesis on the other hand is ensured by the diverse immunogenic properties of various gut-typical germ species. Of particular importance is the immunohomeostatic effect, which is ultimately essential for a balanced TH1/TH2 balance as well as for the establishment and maintenance of oral tolerance. This clearly shows that the intestinal flora is a primary protective factor with regard to atopic risks in childhood.

Furthermore, in the context of an allergic inflammation of the colon and rectal mucosa, intestinal bleeding in the area of the colon can occur in infants. Concerned parents notice regular or occasional blood in the form of blood vessels or small amounts of blood when changing nappies.

Indications for stool diagnostics in infants:

• as part of prevention to monitor the development of the microbiological environment.
• Bottle feeding
• Caesarean deliveries
• early birth
• increased risk of allergies
• abdominal discomfort / colic
• after antibiotics
• blood in the stool

Suitable up to 12 months of age

The test kit includes:

• 1 instruction for sample collection
• 1 set of instructions for the results
• 1 sample accompanying form
• 1 guarantee certificate
• 1 sample container incl. label in shipping container
• 1 shipping bag

How does the ordering process work?

The link"To the article" will take you to the manufacturer's website where you can purchase the product. After you have placed your order, Medivere will send you the desired test package with detailed instructions. You put your sample into a tube and send it in a prepared envelope to Medivere's partner laboratory, GANZIMMUN DIAGNOSTICS AG. You will receive a report with the evaluation of your profile after approx. 5-7 working days.