FWD GEM Test - $300

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Many of the other tests done by the regular labs look for ova and parasites, and the ones done by Great Smokies etc. only do one or 2 antigens. the ACM one does a whole complement of antigens. see below and go to www.LookForHealth.com. Many of you know I am a researcher and a parent and I found this to be fantastic.Rich FerrisThe various antigens measured in the GEM™ PANEL are as follows:Cryptosporidium According to the US Centers for Disease control Cryptosporidium has become “one of the most common cause of water borne disease in humans.†While some individuals infected with cryptosporidium are asymptomatic, other may suffer from DEHYDRATION, WEIGHT LOSS, STOMACH CRAMPING AND/OR NAUSEA AND VOMITING.H. PyloriHelicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a type of bacteria which researchers believe is responsible for the majority of peptic ulcers. About 22-25% of people under 40 years old. Approximately 35-40% of those over 60 years are infected as well. In most individuals the infection does cause symptoms but in many if can. Abdominal symptoms including cramping and pain are some of the most common symptoms associated with infection with this bacteria.Severe overgrowth of this organism can cause ulceration and is also linked to possible gastric cancers.E. HistolyticaInfection with E. Histolytica is often known as amebic dysentery or amebiasis. Approximately 1 in 10 individuals infected with this bacteria will become ill. Symptoms range from mild diarrhea, severe diarrhea and bloody stools. In some cases the amoeba can be located in other parts of the body outside of the GI tract and cause disease.C. DifficileWhile C. Difficile can be a part of the normal flora of the intestinal tract, it can often become opportunistic. Opportunism generally occurs following treatment with extensive antibiotic therapy especially with intraveneous antibiotics. Active infection with C. Difficile can cause a condition known as pseudomembranous colitis. While some individuals are carriers of this bacteria and are asymptomatic, others can be infected quite badly and suffer severe symptoms.GiardiaInfection with Giardia (Giardiasis ) is the most frequent cause of diarrhea in North America. The infection occurs most commonly in children and nearly 40-50% of those diagnosed with the condition demonstrate a disaccharide intolerance, as well as a malabsorption syndrome including weight loss.AdenovirusThere are generally approximately 49 different adenovisruses found in human beings. They most generally cause upper respiratory illness but can also cause significant Gastrointestinal disease. Once infected the presence of the adenoviruses can be found in the GI system for months after the active illness. Only a few cases are asymptomatic.RotavirusOne of the most virulent of all the intestinal viruses, the rotavirus will cause severe watery diarrhea in small child often resulting in hospitalization. Infection with rotavirus can be self limiting and last a few days, it can be completely asymptomatic or is can be severe and require hospitalization