Gram-positive species in the Firmicutes phylum. High levels may result from reduced stomach acid, PPI use, compromised digestive function, SIBO or constipation. High natural resistance to some antibiotics, which may result in overgrowth.

Gram-positive species in the Firmicutes phylum. High levels may result from reduced stomach acid, PPI use, compromised digestive function, SIBO or constipation. High natural resistance to some antibiotics, which may result in overgrowth.

Gram-positive species in the Firmicutes phylum. High levels may result from reduced stomach acid, PPI use, compromised digestive function, SIBO or constipation. High natural resistance to some antibiotics, which may result in overgrowth.

Enterococcus species, when detected in a gastrointestinal (GI) test, can provide important insights into the health and balance of the gut microbiome. These bacteria are part of the normal intestinal flora in humans and animals and typically coexist harmlessly within the gut ecosystem. The most commonly identified species in clinical settings are Enterococcus faecalis and Enterococcus faecium. In a balanced gut environment, Enterococcus species contribute to digestive processes and can even play a role in protecting against harmful pathogens. However, their significance in a GI test must be interpreted with caution, as these species can also act as opportunistic pathogens, especially in individuals with a weakened immune system or in hospital settings.

Enterococcus species, when detected in a gastrointestinal (GI) test, can provide important insights into the health and balance of the gut microbiome. These bacteria are part of the normal intestinal flora in humans and animals and typically coexist harmlessly within the gut ecosystem. The most commonly identified species in clinical settings are Enterococcus faecalis and Enterococcus faecium. In a balanced gut environment, Enterococcus species contribute to digestive processes and can even play a role in protecting against harmful pathogens. However, their significance in a GI test must be interpreted with caution, as these species can also act as opportunistic pathogens, especially in individuals with a weakened immune system or in hospital settings.

Gram-positive genus of lactate-producing bacteria in the Firmicutes phylum. High levels may be due to reduced digestive capacity, constipation or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. Low levels may indicate insufficiency of beneficial bacteria.

Gram-positive genus of lactate-producing bacteria in the Firmicutes phylum. High levels may be due to reduced digestive capacity, constipation or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. Low levels may indicate insufficiency of beneficial bacteria.

What is enterohemorrhagic E. coli?

Escherichia coli (or simply E. coli) is one of the many groups of bacteria that normally live in the intestines of healthy humans and most warm-blooded animals. E. coli bacteria help maintain the balance of normal intestinal bacteria against harmful bacteria.

However, there are hundreds of types or strains of E. coli bacteria. Different strains of E. coli have different characteristics.

One E. coli strain that causes a severe intestinal infection in humans is known as enterohemorrhagic E. coli (EHEC). It’s the most common strain to cause illness in people. It’s different from other E. coli because it produces a potent toxin called Shiga toxin. This toxin damages the lining of the intestinal wall, causing bloody diarrhea.