Lactobacillus is a beneficial bacterium commonly found in the gut and in certain fermented foods. It plays a crucial role in supporting digestive health, improving nutrient absorption, and maintaining a balanced immune system.

Testing for Lactobacillus levels can benefit individuals with digestive issues like bloating, constipation, or diarrhea. It’s also useful for those with weakened immune systems, chronic gut disorders, or who have recently completed antibiotic treatments.
Lactobacillus offers several benefits, including improving digestive health, enhancing nutrient absorption, and supporting the immune system. It helps maintain a balanced gut microbiome, which is essential for overall health. Lactobacillus also plays a role in preventing and treating diarrhea, particularly following antibiotic use, and may alleviate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and lactose intolerance.
Foods rich in Lactobacillus include fermented dairy products like yogurt and kefir. Fermented vegetables, such as sauerkraut and kimchi, and fermented soy products like miso and tempeh, also contain high levels.
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GetTested’s Gut Microbiome Test Large is the test for you who want a comprehensive overview of your gut health. Many health problems arise from imbalances in our gut and this test is an in-depth analysis of your gut by measuring the presence of bacteria, yeast, the pH of the stool and digestive functions, such as pancreatic elastase, bile acids, digestive residues, as well as alpha-1 antitrypsin, calprotectin and secretory IgA.
If you’re dealing with IBS, consider combining this with our SIBO Test to further investigate potential root causes of your symptoms.
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GetTested’s Gut Microbiome Test Medium is a gut flora test targeted primarily to problems with obesity, diabetes, inflammatory diseases. It measures 15 bacteria such as Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Akkermansia muciniphila and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii.
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A healthy gut impacts your brain, immune system, and overall well-being. The Gut Microbiome (or Microbiota) is home to many types of bacteria and microbes, including yeast. These organisms are responsible for fundamental biochemical processes.
GetTested’s Gut Microbiome Test Small is a gut flora test that examines common bacteria such as Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Clostridium, as well as the yeast Candida albicans. It measures a total of 13 common bacteria and 4 yeasts.
For a more comprehensive gut health assessment, consider our Gut Microbiome Test XL.
$ 99.99 USD
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