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 Ruminococcus gnavus testing
- Mucus-degrading commensal species monitoring
- gut inflammation and barrier health assessment
What is Ruminococcus gnavus?
Ruminococcus gnavus is a gram-positive anaerobe and common gut microbiome member. While typically a commensal at low levels, elevated R. gnavus abundance has been associated in research with gut inflammation and conditions involving barrier disruption. Detected by shotgun metagenomic sequencing.
Why is Ruminococcus gnavus important?
R. gnavus can degrade gut mucus and produce inflammatory modulins. At low levels it is a normal microbiome member; overgrowth may stress the mucus layer. It is one of the species monitored for potential gut barrier relevance alongside the Mucus degradation index.
What insights will I get?
Your R. gnavus level indicates whether this species is within a normal range or potentially elevated. Elevated levels alongside high Mucus degradation index scores may suggest increased pressure on your gut's protective mucus layer.
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