Tiny Health Pregnancy Gut Health Test

Tiny Health offers a specialized Pregnancy Gut Health Test designed to support women who are trying to conceive, are pregnant, or are new mothers. This innovative test focuses on understanding the gut microbiome's role in maternal and infant health, recognizing that the first 1,000 days of a child's life are crucial for establishing a healthy gut microbiome. Maintaining a healthy gut microbiome during pregnancy is essential as it can influence not only maternal health but also the baby's development. A balanced microbiome can reduce the risk of conditions such as eczema, food allergies, and asthma later in life. Furthermore, understanding gut health can help manage symptoms that may arise during pregnancy, such as digestive discomfort or inflammation.

Timing for Testing: For the most accurate and helpful results, we recommend taking the Tiny Health Pregnancy Gut Health Test in both your first trimester and third trimesters of pregnancy. This will provide valuable insights into how your microbiome evolves and how it might impact your baby’s development.
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Sample Collection: The test requires a stool sample, which you will collect at home using the provided kit. The collection process is designed to be mess-free and simple, taking about five minutes.

Reference Range: Adult

Avoid Certain Substances Before Testing:
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Antibiotics: Wait at least 4-6 weeks after taking antibiotics before testing.

Antibiotics can disrupt your gut microbiome, and testing too soon may lead to inaccurate results.\
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Probiotics (Optional): If you want to see your gut microbiome without the influence of probiotics, stop taking them 3-5 days before testing.
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DO NOT discontinue prescription medications without consulting your healthcare provider.   

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Test Preparation and Reminders
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Please make sure ALL information is entered onto the test requisition form included in the kit and all required clinician and patient signatures are completed (missing information may cause a delay in testing and/or interpretation).
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Be sure to follow the specimen collection instructions.
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If the use of cold pack is required, freeze bag containing cold pack for minimum of 4-6 hours before shipping.
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Provide all required information including signature on requisition form. (For non-licensed clinicians, signature is not required.)
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Make sure collection containers are securely closed and placed in the appropriate bag/box.
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Check whether the box has prepaid FedEx, UPS or US Mail postage.
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If you have any questions, please call Evexia Client Services at 888-852-2723.

Non-licensed physician oversight fee: Evexia Diagnostics charges $5 for each order placed by non-licensed practitioners.
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Restrictions: (1) Patients under the age of 18 require the parental/guardian consent form to be completed electronically. (2) We do not support lab ordering for patients in NY, NJ, and RI.

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