Oral Microbiome Mapping

The oral microbiome is identified as one of the major microbial ecosystems in the human body and has the potential to impact our health in various ways. Dysbiosis in the oral microbiome can have both local effects (e.g., dental caries, periodontitis, gingivitis, oral cancers), as well as systemic effects (e.g., neurodegeneration, diabetes, cardiovascular disease).

Systemic diseases can arise when pathogenic bacteria present in the oral cavity translocate into the gut in the presence of oral-gut barrier disruption. Fortunately, through re-establishing symbiosis in the oral microbiome through dietary and lifestyle changes, many unfavourable symptoms can be reversed.

NutriPATH uses quantitative PCR technology to accurately measure and quantify the microbiota of the oral cavity.

Test details

• Test code: 2200
• Category: Microbiome Health
• Kit requirements: Saliva + Swab Kit
• Collection method: CI05.51.01
• Test method: (PCR) Polymerase Chain Reaction
• Turnaround time: 5-7 Business Days

What is measured

• Acinetobacter species
• actinomycetemcomitans
• Campylobacter rectus
• Candida albicans
• Candida species
• Capnocytophaga gingivalis
• Enterococcus faecalis
• Fusobacterium nucleatum
• Haemophilus species
• Lactobacillus species
• Parvimonas micra
• Peptostreptococcus anaerobius
• Porphyromonas gingivalis
• Prevotella intermedia
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa
• Staphylococcus aureus
• Streptococcus mutans
• Streptococcus salivarius
• Tannerella forsythia
• Treponema denticola

Common clinical applications

• Other Health Conditions
  • Atherosclerosis
  • CVD
  • Dental caries
  • Female reproductive health
  • Gingivitis
  • Neurodegeneration (Alzheimer’s)
  • Oral cancers
  • Periodontitis
• Endocrine and Hormonal Health
  • Diabetes

Resources

• Patient Brochure
• Sample Report

This test should be ordered and interpreted with guidance from a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Important: Test information is general only. Results should be interpreted with a qualified health practitioner and do not replace medical advice or diagnosis.