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Yeast Fungus
Identify yeast or fungal infections with our targeted tests. These tests are key in diagnosing and treating yeast or fungal-related health issues. Detailed descriptions of each type of yeast/fungus tested are provided below, aiding in your health management.
Yeast Fungus
Candida albicans is a yeast that can normally be found in the gut, on mucous membranes, and sometimes on the skin or in the ears. In low and balanced amounts, it may be present without causing problems. When the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted, Candida albicans may grow more than expected and become part of a broader yeast imbalance pattern. This can happen after factors such as antibiotic use, changes in immune resilience, skin or gut imbalance, or conditions that make the environment more favourable for yeast growth. Higher levels may be associated with digestive changes, gas, altered stool quality, itching, skin irritation, ear issues, or recurring signs linked to yeast imbalance. Candida albicans levels can help show whether a more typical Candida yeast is part of a broader gut and fungal imbalance pattern.
Candida albicans is a type of yeast that can affect different parts of the body, most commonly causing vaginal yeast infections and gut overgrowth. Vaginal infections lead to itching, discomfort, and discharge, often resulting from an imbalance in natural flora. In the gut, overgrowth of Candida albicans can disrupt digestion, leading to bloating and changes in bowel habits. Factors such as diet, overall health, and antibiotic use influence both conditions, and tailored treatments are needed to restore balance and relieve symptoms.
Candida dubliniensis is a Candida yeast that can be found in the gut, on mucous membranes, and sometimes on the skin. It is closely related to Candida albicans, but it is usually less prominent. In low and balanced amounts, it may be present without causing problems. When the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted, Candida dubliniensis may become more noticeable as part of a broader Candida pattern. This can happen after factors such as antibiotic use, changes in immune resilience, gut imbalance, or conditions that reduce microbial competition and make the environment more favourable for yeast growth. Higher levels may be associated with digestive changes, altered stool quality, gas, mucosal irritation, or recurring signs linked to yeast imbalance. Candida dubliniensis levels can help show whether the Candida pattern is broader than Candida albicans alone. Svenska
Candida famata is a less common yeast species that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. In low amounts, yeasts may be present without causing problems. Higher levels of Candida famata may suggest that the normal balance between bacteria and fungi has shifted, allowing less common yeast species to become more noticeable. This can happen after factors such as antibiotic use, changes in immune resilience, gut imbalance, or other conditions that give yeast more space to grow. Higher levels may be seen together with digestive changes, altered stool quality, gas, mild mucosal irritation, or other signs linked to yeast imbalance. Candida famata levels can help show whether less common yeast species are part of a broader fungal pattern.
Candida glabrata is a yeast species that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. In low amounts, yeasts may be present without causing problems, but Candida glabrata can become more noticeable when the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted. This can happen after factors such as antibiotic use, changes in immune resilience, gut imbalance, or other conditions that give yeast more space to grow. Higher levels may reflect that this more resilient Candida species has become a larger part of the fungal profile. Higher levels may be seen together with recurring digestive changes, altered stool quality, gas, mucosal irritation, or other signs linked to yeast imbalance. Candida glabrata levels can help show whether the fungal profile includes a Candida species that may tolerate disturbed microbial conditions more easily than some other yeasts.
Candida guilliermondii is a less common Candida yeast species that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. In low amounts, Candida guilliermondii may be present without causing problems. Higher levels may suggest that the gut environment has shifted in a way that allows less common yeasts to grow more than expected. This can happen when the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted, for example after antibiotic use, changes in immune resilience, gut imbalance, or reduced competition from other microorganisms. Higher levels may be seen together with digestive changes, altered stool quality, gas, mucosal irritation, or other signs linked to yeast imbalance. Candida guilliermondii levels can help show whether less common Candida yeasts are part of a broader fungal pattern.
Candida intermedia is a less common Candida yeast species that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. In low amounts, Candida intermedia may be present without causing problems. Higher levels may suggest a broader and more varied yeast pattern, especially when Candida species beyond the most common types are also present. This may happen when the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted, for example after antibiotic use, changes in immune resilience, gut imbalance, or reduced competition from other microorganisms. Higher levels may be seen together with digestive changes, altered stool quality, gas, mucosal irritation, or other signs linked to yeast imbalance. Candida intermedia levels can help show whether the fungal profile includes a wider range of Candida species rather than only a more typical Candida pattern.
Candida kefyr is a less common Candida yeast species that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. In low amounts, Candida kefyr may be present without causing problems. Higher levels may suggest that the gut environment has become more favourable for yeast growth, especially when the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted. Candida kefyr is also known from fermented food environments, so its presence may sometimes reflect dietary exposure or temporary passage through the gut. Higher levels may suggest that it is remaining more noticeable than expected, especially when seen together with altered stool quality, gas, digestive changes, or signs of temporary gut irritation. Candida kefyr levels can help show whether the fungal profile includes yeasts that may be influenced by both gut balance and exposure from diet or environment.
Candida krusei is a Candida yeast that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. In low amounts, Candida krusei may be present without causing problems. Higher levels may suggest that the gut environment has shifted in a way that allows this yeast to become more noticeable. This may happen when the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted, for example after antibiotic use, changes in immune resilience, gut imbalance, or reduced competition from other microorganisms. Candida krusei is known as a more resilient Candida yeast, meaning it may tolerate disturbed microbial conditions more easily than some other yeasts. Higher levels may be seen together with recurring digestive changes, altered stool quality, gas, mucosal irritation, or other signs linked to a more persistent yeast imbalance pattern. Candida krusei levels can help show whether a more resilient Candida yeast is part of the dog’s broader fungal profile.
Candida lambica is a yeast that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. Its presence may sometimes reflect exposure from the dog’s diet or environment, or temporary passage through the gut. Higher levels may suggest that Candida lambica is not only passing through, but that the gut environment has shifted in a way that allows this yeast to remain more noticeable. This may happen when the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted. Higher levels may be seen together with altered stool quality, gas, mild digestive changes, or signs that an exposure related yeast is becoming more established in the gut environment. Candida lambica levels can help show whether a yeast linked to diet or environmental exposure is becoming part of a broader fungal pattern.
Candida lipolytica is a yeast that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. This yeast is known for its ability to use and break down lipids, meaning fats and fat like substances. Higher levels may suggest that the gut environment is favourable for Candida lipolytica, especially in connection with fat rich or lipid influenced conditions in the gut. This may be relevant when dietary fat, fat digestion, or the balance between bacteria and fungi affects the intestinal environment. Higher levels may be seen together with digestive changes such as altered stool quality, softer or stronger smelling stool, gas, abdominal discomfort, or patterns linked to fat digestion and gut balance. Candida lipolytica levels can help show whether fat related conditions in the gut may be influencing the dog’s fungal profile.
Candida lusitaniae is a Candida yeast that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. It is usually not one of the Candida yeasts expected to dominate a dog’s gut profile. Higher levels may suggest that the gut environment has shifted in a way that allows a less typical Candida yeast to become more noticeable. This may happen when bacterial competition is reduced, after antibiotic use, during changes in immune resilience, or when the balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted. Higher levels may be seen together with altered stool quality, gas, recurring digestive changes, or mild mucosal irritation. Candida lusitaniae levels can help show whether less typical Candida species are part of a broader fungal pattern.
Candida parapsilosis is a Candida yeast that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract, on the skin, and on mucosal surfaces. It is often associated with body surfaces, such as the skin, mouth, and other mucosal linings. Higher levels in the gut may suggest that the intestinal environment has shifted in a way that allows Candida parapsilosis to remain present or grow more than expected. This may happen when bacterial competition is reduced, after antibiotic use, during changes in immune resilience, or when the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted. Higher levels may be seen together with altered stool quality, gas, digestive changes, mucosal irritation, or signs that a surface associated yeast is becoming more noticeable in the gut. Candida parapsilosis levels can help show whether the fungal profile includes Candida species influenced by both mucosal balance and the gut environment.
Candida tropicalis is a Candida yeast that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. It is considered an opportunistic yeast, meaning it may become more noticeable when the normal balance between bacteria and fungi is disrupted. Higher levels may suggest that Candida tropicalis has become a larger part of the fungal profile, rather than only being present in low amounts. This may happen when bacterial competition is reduced, after antibiotic use, during changes in immune resilience, or when the gut environment becomes more favourable for yeast growth. Higher levels may be seen together with loose or altered stools, gas, recurring digestive changes, mucus in stool, or mucosal irritation. Candida tropicalis levels can help show whether the fungal profile includes a more opportunistic Candida species as part of a broader yeast pattern.
Geotrichum species are yeast like fungi that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. They are often linked to soil, food, and organic material. In a dog’s gut profile, low levels may reflect temporary passage after exposure from diet or surroundings. Higher levels may suggest that Geotrichum is not only passing through, but that the gut environment has shifted in a way that allows this food and organic material associated fungus to remain more noticeable. This may happen when bacterial competition is reduced or when the balance between bacteria and fungi changes. Higher levels may be seen together with altered stool quality, gas, mucus in stool, digestive changes, or mild mucosal irritation. Geotrichum species levels can help show whether fungi linked to food, soil, and organic material are part of the dog’s broader fungal pattern.
Rhodotorula species are environmental yeasts that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and on mucosal surfaces. They are often linked to moist environments, water, air, and surfaces in the surroundings. In a dog’s gut profile, low levels may reflect external exposure from the environment, followed by temporary passage through the gut. Higher levels may suggest that Rhodotorula is not only passing through, but that the gut environment has shifted in a way that allows this moisture and surface associated yeast to remain more noticeable. This may happen when bacterial competition is reduced or when the balance between bacteria and fungi changes. Higher levels may be seen together with altered stool quality, gas, mucus in stool, signs of digestive irritation, or signs that external environmental yeasts are becoming part of the gut fungal pattern. Rhodotorula species levels can help show whether yeasts linked to moisture, water, and environmental surfaces are present beyond temporary exposure.
Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a yeast that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and is commonly known as baker’s or brewer’s yeast. In a dog’s gut profile, its presence may reflect exposure from diet, fermented ingredients, yeast containing supplements, or temporary passage through the gut. Higher levels may suggest that Saccharomyces cerevisiae is not only passing through, but that the gut environment has shifted in a way that allows this fermentation associated yeast to remain more noticeable. This may happen when the balance between bacteria and fungi changes, or when the intestinal environment becomes more favourable for yeast related fermentation. Higher levels may be seen together with altered stool quality, gas, bloating, digestive changes, or signs of increased fermentation in the gut. Saccharomyces cerevisiae levels can help show whether diet or supplement related yeasts are part of the dog’s fungal profile.
