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Microbiome Explorer

Comprehensive

The comprehensive test that delivers insights about the microbiome’s impact on system health combined with key GI health markers and pathogen screening.

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Included panels & markers

The fusion of multiple technologies, panels and markers provides the most comprehensive & actionable insights for better care.

MICROBIOME PROFILE

14 microbiome markers

Uncover how the microbiome impacts overall health using metagenomics technology. Identify not just which microbes are present, but what they’re doing, revealing functional insights that can guide patient care.

  • Acetate producing microbes
  • B.fragilis toxin producing microbes
  • Branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) producing microbes
  • Beta-glucuronidase producing microbes
  • Butyrate producing microbes
  • Hexa-acylated lipopolysaccharide (hexa-LPS) producing microbes
  • Hydrogen sulphide producing microbes
  • 3-indolepropionic acid (IPA) producing microbes
  • Methane producing archaea
  • Microbial diversity
  • Microbial richness
  • Mucin consuming microbes
  • Oral species
  • Oxalate consuming microbes
  • Propionate producing microbes
  • Trimethylamine (TMA) producing microbes
GI HEALTH PANEL

7 Diagnostic GI Markers

Get an assessment of gut function and environment using our ELISA technology to help identify potential red flags and guide confident clinical decisions.

  • Faecal occult blood
  • Calprotectin
  • Lactoferrin
  • Pancreatic elastase
  • Secretory IgA
  • Zonulin
  • Faecal pH
PATHOGEN PANEL

18 Diagnostic Pathogen Markers

A targeted pathogen panel using RT-PCR technology to identify pathogenic bacteria and protist parasites supporting faster, evidence-based diagnosis and treatment.

  • Aeromonas spp.
  • Campylobacter spp.
  • Clostridium difficile toxin B
  • Cryptosporidium spp.
  • Cyclospora cayetanensis
  • Dientamoeba fragilis
  • E. coli O157
  • Entamoeba histolytica
  • Enteroaggregative E. coli (EAEC)
  • Enteropathogenic E. coli (EPEC)
  • Enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC)
  • Giardia lamblia
  • Hypervirulent Clostridium difficile
  • Salmonella spp.
  • Shiga Toxin
  • Shigella spp./EIEC
  • Vibrio spp.
  • Yersinia enterocolitica

Gastrointestinal Health

Supports digestion, motility, and nutrient absorption; imbalances can cause bloating, constipation, reflux, and abdominal discomfort.

Metabolic Health

Regulates metabolism, blood sugar control, and energy production for healthy weight and vitality.

Immunity & Inflammation

Shapes immune resilience and inflammatory balance, influencing infection risk, fatigue, and chronic inflammatory symptoms.

Mental Health

Impacts mood, cognition, and stress response through gut–brain axis communication and neurotransmitter production.

Food Reactivity

Influences tolerance and immune responses to foods with imbalances that can affect intestinal permeability and contribute to adverse food reactions.

Skin Health

Connects gut microbial balance with skin barrier function and inflammation, impacting acne, breakouts, rashes, skin flare-ups and sensitivity.

Women’s Health & Hormones

Influences fertility, hormonal balance, and menstrual health through microbial–endocrine interactions.

Longevity and Performance

Supports vitality, resilience, and overall performance through balanced gut–brain, immune, and metabolic interactions.

Precise microbiome mapping

Get an accurate map of microbiome ecology powered by real science and unrivalled rigour.

  • Smart sample preservation – Microba Smart Sampling Swab & Sample Temperature Monitoring mitigate result inaccuracies caused by sample corruption​.
  • Gold standard, ISO15189-accredited laboratories and bioinformatics – High quality, rapid turnaround and externally validated laboratories with continuous 3rd party quality assurance.
  • 100% coverage of the Gut Microbiome Reference Catalogue (GMRC) – The GMRC defines the set of species known to exist in the human gut and must be tested for as part of a gold standard microbiome test.
  • Backed by real science – 1500+ peer-reviewed scientific studies to validate our Biomarkers, Insights and Expert Summaries​.

Comprehensive microbiome insights

Our unique technology fuses multiple biomarkers to create comprehensive & actionable insights.

  • Multiplex testing – Multiple testing technologies and biomarkers in one simple report. ​
  • Scientifically validated biomarkers – Insights that explain how lab results relate to key substances and functions in the body.
  • Microba Healthy Reference Model – Data from the Microba Healthy Reference Model (a cohort of healthy adults) allows results to be compared to healthy ranges.​
  • Microba ClearCare Insights – 75+ actionable insights on diet, lifestyle, and supplements, graded by scientific evidence.
  • Microba Expert Summary – Microba Expert Summaries combine data across multiple panels and markers to surface insights and recommendations – written by a team of microbiome specialists​.
  • Linked literature references – Connects findings to published clinical evidence.​

Modern collaboration and support tools

The tools and services that make care more collaborative – because better care takes an ecosystem.

  • At-home sample collection – Use the Microba Smart Stool Sampling Kit for convenient and easy sampling.
  • Real-time sample and test tracking – Patients and practitioners get live updates about the status of their test​.
  • Live report sharing – Collaborate with a patient’s family and care team with live report sharing to any email address​.
  • 14 Day turnaround times – Supporting fast clinical decision-making​
  • Microba Microbiome Resources Hub – Level up your Microbiome expertise with regular live mentoring sessions, 50+ clinical resources, patient handouts and recipes. ​
  • Expert one-on-one interpretation support – Results reviewed and explained by Microba’s team of microbiome specialists through on-demand 1-on-1 clinical support services.​
  • Facebook community and Alumni meet-ups – Meet your peers and improve your skills.

Advanced clinical workflows

The testing platform that supports your business.

  • Microba Practice App – The modern, easy-to-use way for you and your colleagues to refer, track and review tests.
  • Secure interactive digital reports – Easy to read. Click to go deep and and discover how the microbiome works.
  • Practitioner Pays – Order and pay for tests on behalf of patients – making bundling with your holistic care packages easier than ever
  • 30 Day invoicing and bulk discounts – Flexible cashflow support and profit margins for your practice.
  • Practice Administrator Accounts – Invite practice support staff into the Microba Practice App to make referrals and other admin easier for practitioners.

View a Sample Report

The best way to understand our report is to check one out for yourself.

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Microbiome Explorer - Comprehensive
qPCR/culture tests
Other metagenomic tests

Coverage

Included panels from a single sample.

Coverage

Included panels from a single sample.

3 Whole Microbiome Profile
Metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS)

Diagnostic GI Health Panel
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

Diagnostic Pathogen Panel
Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

Coverage

Included panels from a single sample.

1-2 Panels (qPCR/culture)

Coverage

Included panels from a single sample.

1 Panel (mNGS)

Scientifically validated biomarkers

Scientifically backed insights that explain how lab results relate to key substances and functions in the body.

Scientifically validated biomarkers

Scientifically backed insights that explain how lab results relate to key substances and functions in the body.

40 Biomarkers

16 Microbiome Markers
7 Gastrointestinal Health Markers
18 Pathogen Markers

Scientifically validated biomarkers

Scientifically backed insights that explain how lab results relate to key substances and functions in the body.

Limited Pathogen markers only

Scientifically validated biomarkers

Scientifically backed insights that explain how lab results relate to key substances and functions in the body.

Limited Microbiome markers only

Evidence graded actionable insights

Microba ClearCare Insights - 75+ insights on diet, lifestyle, and supplements, graded by scientific evidence.

Evidence graded actionable insights

Microba ClearCare Insights - 75+ insights on diet, lifestyle, and supplements, graded by scientific evidence.

75+ Insights

Evidence graded actionable insights

Microba ClearCare Insights - 75+ insights on diet, lifestyle, and supplements, graded by scientific evidence.

None Limited generic recommendations without scientific gradings

Evidence graded actionable insights

Microba ClearCare Insights - 75+ insights on diet, lifestyle, and supplements, graded by scientific evidence.

None Limited generic recommendations without scientifc gradings

Supporting evidence

Peer-reviewed scientific studies to validate our Biomarkers, Insights and Expert Summaries.

Supporting evidence

Peer-reviewed scientific studies to validate our Biomarkers, Insights and Expert Summaries.

1,500+ Peer-reviewed scientific studies

Supporting evidence

Peer-reviewed scientific studies to validate our Biomarkers, Insights and Expert Summaries.

<100 studies

Supporting evidence

Peer-reviewed scientific studies to validate our Biomarkers, Insights and Expert Summaries.

<100 studies

Microbiome profiling accuracy and completeness

The GMRC defines the catalogue of all species known to possibly exist in the human gut microbiome. It sets an industry benchmark for gut microbiome testing.

Microbiome profiling accuracy and completeness

The GMRC defines the catalogue of all species known to possibly exist in the human gut microbiome. It sets an industry benchmark for gut microbiome testing.

100% Gut Microbiome Reference Catalogue (GMRC)

Microbiome profiling accuracy and completeness

The GMRC defines the catalogue of all species known to possibly exist in the human gut microbiome. It sets an industry benchmark for gut microbiome testing.

~3% Gut Microbiome Reference Catalogue (GMRC)

Microbiome profiling accuracy and completeness

The GMRC defines the catalogue of all species known to possibly exist in the human gut microbiome. It sets an industry benchmark for gut microbiome testing.

Up to 100% Gut Microbiome Reference Catalogue (GMRC)

Microba Healthy Reference Model

Each Microbiome Biomarker includes a comparison to a healthy reference range - making interpretation easy.

Microba Healthy Reference Model

Each Microbiome Biomarker includes a comparison to a healthy reference range - making interpretation easy.

Included

Microba Healthy Reference Model

Each Microbiome Biomarker includes a comparison to a healthy reference range - making interpretation easy.

Not included

Microba Healthy Reference Model

Each Microbiome Biomarker includes a comparison to a healthy reference range - making interpretation easy.

Few

Gold standard laboratories

High quality, rapid turnaround and externally validated laboratories with continuous 3rd party quality assurance.

Gold standard laboratories

High quality, rapid turnaround and externally validated laboratories with continuous 3rd party quality assurance.

ISO15189-accredited

Gold standard laboratories

High quality, rapid turnaround and externally validated laboratories with continuous 3rd party quality assurance.

Variable Many providers are not accredited.

Gold standard laboratories

High quality, rapid turnaround and externally validated laboratories with continuous 3rd party quality assurance.

Rare Many providers are not accredited.

Expert Summary

Combines data across multiple panels and markers to surface insights and recommendations - written by a team of microbiome specialists​.

Expert Summary

Combines data across multiple panels and markers to surface insights and recommendations - written by a team of microbiome specialists​.

Included

Expert Summary

Combines data across multiple panels and markers to surface insights and recommendations - written by a team of microbiome specialists​.

Not included

Expert Summary

Combines data across multiple panels and markers to surface insights and recommendations - written by a team of microbiome specialists​.

Not included

Expert one-one-one interpretation support

Results reviewed and explained by Microba's team of microbiome specialists as part of an Expert Summary and on-demand 1-on-1 clinical support services.

Expert one-one-one interpretation support

Results reviewed and explained by Microba's team of microbiome specialists as part of an Expert Summary and on-demand 1-on-1 clinical support services.

Included

Expert one-one-one interpretation support

Results reviewed and explained by Microba's team of microbiome specialists as part of an Expert Summary and on-demand 1-on-1 clinical support services.

Limited Basic technical customer service provided

Expert one-one-one interpretation support

Results reviewed and explained by Microba's team of microbiome specialists as part of an Expert Summary and on-demand 1-on-1 clinical support services.

Limited Basic technical customer service provided

Microba Microbiome Resources Hub

Level up your Microbiome expertise with regular live mentoring sessions, 50+ clinical resources, patient handouts and recipes.

Microba Microbiome Resources Hub

Level up your Microbiome expertise with regular live mentoring sessions, 50+ clinical resources, patient handouts and recipes.

Included

Microba Microbiome Resources Hub

Level up your Microbiome expertise with regular live mentoring sessions, 50+ clinical resources, patient handouts and recipes.

Not included

Microba Microbiome Resources Hub

Level up your Microbiome expertise with regular live mentoring sessions, 50+ clinical resources, patient handouts and recipes.

Not included

Live report sharing

Collaborate with a patient's family and care team - all you need is their email address.

Live report sharing

Collaborate with a patient's family and care team - all you need is their email address.

Included

Live report sharing

Collaborate with a patient's family and care team - all you need is their email address.

Limited Only a static PDF version of the report can be emailed

Live report sharing

Collaborate with a patient's family and care team - all you need is their email address.

Limited Only a static PDF version of the report can be emailed

01

Refer a test

Use the Microba Practitioner App to quickly order a test. You can choose if the patient pays or if your clinic pays as part of a holistic care package.

02

Sampling & return

Your patient will receive an easy-to-use at-home sample collection kit in the mail. It will guide them through collecting a sample and returning it to our lab.

03

Review results

You’ll get an email once the interactive report is ready. Book another patient consultation to walk them through the results.

04

Report interpretation support

Book a time with one of our Clinical Application Specialist for report interpretation support or guidance on complex cases.

Learn more about our easy, at-home sample collection kit

View our sample collection page to get the full details on whats in the kit and how your patients can use it

Sample collection guide

Despite no persistent gut symptoms, testing revealed inflammation, barrier disruption, and microbial drivers linked with broader immune-related health concerns. Microbiome Explorer insights guided simple steps to support resilience.

Case Study
Immune-related health challenges without gut symptoms

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Long-term bloating, constipation, and food sensitivities made daily life difficult. Microbiome Explorer revealed microbial and digestive imbalances that had gone undetected, helping to guide integrative care strategies.

Case Study
Chronic bloating, constipation, and food reactivity

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Ongoing constipation and bloating continued despite years of treatment. Microbiome Explorer uncovered microbial drivers and pointed to the need for further investigation into pelvic health factors.

Study 3
Persistent constipation with overlapping pelvic symptoms

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A woman living with urgency, incontinence, and night-time nausea needed answers fast. Microbiome Explorer highlighted digestive insufficiency and microbial imbalances, helping her care team guide the next steps.

Case Study
Urgency, disrupted sleep, and bowel control

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Clinical Resources

Level up your Microbiome expertise over 50+ clinical resources, patient handouts and recipes.

  • Clinical guides
    Evidence-backed guides to support care decisions and test interpretation. 

  • Interpretation guides
    Step-by-step support for navigating the Microbiome Explorer report. 

  • Guides for you patients
    Handouts and resources to support patient understanding.

Clinical Case Studies

Real cases. Real complexity. Better insights from Microbiome Explorer. 

  • Case Study 1
    Immune-related health challenges without gut symptoms

  • Case Study 2
    Chronic bloating, constipation, and food reactivity

  • Case Study 3
    Persistent constipation with overlapping pelvic symptoms

Patient Handouts

Explore patient guides and tools to help you take the next step toward better health.

  • Patient Handouts
    Practical handouts that explain results and provide guidance for next steps in care.

  • Recipes
    Explore simple, microbiome-friendly recipes to help support gut and overall health.