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 Klebsiella pneumoniae testing
- Multidrug-resistant opportunistic pathogen monitoring
- gut colonization tracking
What is Klebsiella pneumoniae?
Klebsiella pneumoniae is a gram-negative opportunistic pathogen that can cause pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and other serious infections. It may colonize the gut asymptomatically and serves as a reservoir for antibiotic resistance genes. Detected by shotgun sequencing.
Why is Klebsiella pneumoniae important?
K. pneumoniae gut colonization can be a reservoir for multidrug-resistant strains. It is of increasing clinical concern as a carrier of extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) and carbapenem resistance genes. Gut decolonization strategies are an active area of research.
What insights will I get?
Your K. pneumoniae level may indicate whether this organism is present in your gut at concerning levels. Discuss elevated detection with your care team, particularly alongside high antibiotic resistance index scores.





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