Enterococcus is a type of bacteria that naturally lives in the human intestines as part of the normal gut flora. It supports certain aspects of gut health, but an overgrowth in stool may indicate a microbial imbalance or possible infection, especially in people with weakened immune systems.

Testing for Enterococcus in stool is important for individuals with gastrointestinal symptoms, such as diarrhea or abdominal pain. It’s also relevant for people with immune-compromised conditions, those undergoing certain medical treatments, or anyone concerned about their gut microbiome balance.
Enterococcus produce acidic metabolic products and antibacterial substances that prevent foreign bacterial colonization in the small intestine (resistance to small intestinal colonization). Low levels promote the occurrence of endogenous infections by disrupting microbial barrier function.
Enterococcus can proliferate due to antibiotic use, dietary changes, or gastrointestinal disorders. Environmental factors and hygiene practices also influence its presence.
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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.
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