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 Bifidobacterium animalis testing
- Commercial probiotic species tracking
- gut transit and microbiome support assessment
What is Bifidobacterium animalis?
Bifidobacterium animalis is a species within the Bifidobacterium genus widely used in commercial probiotic products and fermented dairy. It is detected by shotgun metagenomic sequencing and is one of the more commonly supplemented Bifidobacterium species.
Why is Bifidobacterium animalis important?
B. animalis has been studied for effects on gut transit time and stool consistency in research settings. Its detection may reflect current or recent probiotic supplementation or fermented dairy product consumption.
What insights will I get?
Your B. animalis level may indicate active probiotic supplementation or regular fermented dairy intake. Tracking this species over time may reveal how well probiotic interventions are colonizing or transiently passing through your gut.





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