Gut check for breastfed infants

Only for Germany and Austria

• We would like to point out that these tests and the shipping processes are optimized for Germany and Austria and are prepaid.
• Samples must be delivered to the German laboratory within 4 days. This cannot be guaranteed for samples shipped from other countries!
• Orders from countries other than Germany and Austria are therefore at your own risk. In this case, we only accept the payment method "Prepayment (directly to us)", as customers cannot then cancel the purchase, e.g., because the sample arrived at the laboratory unusable through their own fault. Purchases made with any other payment methods that customers could unlawfully reverse will be immediately canceled and refunded.
• You can find more information about this from the manufacturer!

Assessing the development of the gut microbiota in breastfed infants

The gut microbiota plays a vital role in the wellbeing and health of infants and young children. Not only does microbial colonisation influence a child’s immunological development, but the gut microbiota is also particularly sensitive during the first 12 months, which can affect the establishment of a stable microecological environment.

The stimulation of NK cell and macrophage activity, on the one hand, and the promotion of sIgA synthesis, on the other, are ensured by the diverse immunogenic properties of various gut-specific bacterial species. Of particular importance here is the immunohomeostatic effect, which is ultimately essential for a balanced TH1/TH2 ratio as well as for the development and maintenance of oral tolerance. This makes it clear that the gut flora represents a primary protective factor with regard to atopic risks in childhood.

Furthermore, in infants, allergic inflammation of the colonic and rectal mucosa can lead to intestinal bleeding in the colon. Concerned parents may notice regular or occasional traces of blood in the form of blood streaks or small amounts of blood when changing nappies.

Indications for stool analysis in infants:

• as part of preventive care to monitor the development of the microbiological environment
• Bottle-fed infants
• Caesarean section deliveries
• premature birth
• increased risk of allergies
• Abdominal discomfort / colic
• following a course of antibiotics
• Blood in the stool

Suitable for infants up to 12 months of age

The test kit contains:

• 1 sample collection guide
• 1 set of instructions for checking results
• 1 sample submission form
• 1 guarantee certificate
• 1 sample container, including label, in a dispatch envelope
• 1 dispatch envelope

How does the ordering process work?

Once you have placed your order, the test kit you have chosen will be sent to you along with detailed instructions. You place your sample in the sample container, send it in the provided envelope to Mediveres’ partner laboratory, GANZIMMUN Diagnostics GmbH, and will receive your results, including an assessment of your profile, within 5–7 days.