Method: Shotgun metagenomic sequencing (CLIA 21D2062464); not cleared or approved by the FDA. Results reflect relative microbial abundance for wellness education purposes. Not intended to diagnose or treat disease and not a substitute for clinical consultation. Microbial associations are based on emerging scientific research and may change over time.
A derived biomarker is a value that is calculated from other directly measured biomarkers rather than being measured directly in the lab.
Key benefits of Vibrio testing
- Vibrio genus-level pathogen monitoring
- seafood and coastal water exposure detection
What is Vibrio?
Vibrio is a genus of gram-negative bacteria that includes V. cholerae as well as other pathogenic species such as V. parahaemolyticus and V. vulnificus - common causes of seafood-associated gastroenteritis. Genus-level tracking provides a broader Vibrio burden view. Detected by shotgun sequencing.
Why is Vibrio important?
Multiple Vibrio species can cause gastrointestinal illness through contaminated seafood or coastal water exposure. Genus-level detection may indicate recent exposure even if specific pathogenic species are not individually identified at high confidence. Clinical correlation is warranted.
What insights will I get?
Your Vibrio level indicates whether bacteria from this genus are detectable in your gut microbiome. Discuss any elevated finding with your care team in the context of recent seafood consumption or coastal water exposure.
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