A microbiota test such as Vivabioma analyses DNA in the sample to describe which microorganisms are present and what functions they may perform.
Stool tests requested by a doctor answer specific questions: depending on the test, they look for microorganisms causing an infection, parasites, hidden blood or other markers such as calprotectin. Although both use a stool sample, they serve different purposes. If you want to investigate symptoms or confirm a disease, your doctor should arrange the appropriate tests: Vivabioma does not replace them.