Bacteria Identification Panel (Gut Microbiome)
An NGS-based microbiome assay that identifies and profiles bacterial communities from stool samples using 16S rRNA gene sequencing, providing detailed insights into overall gut microbial composition, diversity, and long-term balance.
Research Insight
Profiling Gut Bacteria
The Bacteria Identification Panel is a next-generation sequencing assay that profiles bacterial communities within the gut using a simple stool sample. Built on the Ion AmpliSeq Microbiome Health Research Kit, the test applies 16S rRNA gene sequencing to identify bacterial species present in the sample with high specificity.
Beyond species-level identification, the assay evaluates overall microbial diversity, offering a detailed picture of gut microbiome composition and balance. This makes it a valuable tool for researchers studying how bacterial populations shift in relation to health, diet, or environmental factors. By capturing both identity and diversity data from a single sample, the panel supports a thorough, research-ready view of gut microbial ecology.
Key Applications
Identifies and characterizes bacterial species present in the gut, generating a detailed compositional profile from a single stool sample for analysis.
Key Applications
Evaluates shifts in microbial balance that may indicate dysbiosis, supporting research into how disrupted gut communities relate to health outcomes.
Key Applications
Measures species-level diversity within the gut microbiome, providing quantitative data for studies examining microbial richness and community structure.
Key Applications
Supports broader microbiome research initiatives by delivering consistent, species-level bacterial data suited for comparative and longitudinal studies.
Testing Benefits
Understanding Your Gut Microbiome Better
High-Resolution Identification
Uses 16S rRNA sequencing to identify bacterial species with strong accuracy, distinguishing closely related organisms within the gut microbiome.
Full-Spectrum Microbiome Profiling
Captures both bacterial identity and diversity in a single test, offering a complete view of gut microbial composition.
Research-Ready Results
Delivers structured, species-level data suited for direct use in academic, clinical, or microbiome research applications.
Simple Sample Collection
Requires only a stool sample, making specimen collection straightforward and non-invasive for study participants.
Established Testing Framework
Built on the Ion AmpliSeq Microbiome Health Research Kit, ensuring a standardized, reliable approach to bacterial profiling.
Diversity-Focused Insights
Goes beyond basic identification to assess microbial diversity, supporting deeper analysis of gut ecosystem balance.
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