Services Medical Screening Complete Digestive Stool Analysis (CDSA)
Complete
Digestive Stool
Analysis (CDSA)
A detailed stool analysis that helps your doctor understand your gut microbiome and digestive function.
What it is
Detailed Lab Analysis
From Your Stool Sample
The CDSA is a laboratory test that checks the bacteria, yeast and digestive markers in your gut, so you can see how well your digestive system is working.
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One Stool Sample
Collected at home with the kit provided. No needles and no special preparation.
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Tested in the Laboratory
The lab checks your sample for the markers in the CDSA profile you choose.
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A Full Gut Health Report
Results show your gut bacteria balance, digestion and signs of inflammation.
Overview
What the Stool Analysis Checks
Different CDSA profiles cover different areas. Higher profiles add more markers to the four areas below.
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Gut Bacteria & Yeast
The balance of beneficial bacteria, other bacteria, yeasts and relevant microorganisms.
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Digestion & Absorption
Markers for digestion, pancreatic function and how well nutrients are absorbed.
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Gut Inflammation
Markers linked to inflammation and the health of the intestinal lining.
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Which Treatments Organisms Respond To
If certain organisms are found, some profiles test which treatments they respond to.
What to expect
How the Test Works,
Step by Step
A doctor-led process that puts your results into the context of your individual health.
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Consultation
Discuss your digestive symptoms, health history and concerns with your doctor.
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Sample Collection
Collect your stool sample using the laboratory kit provided.
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Laboratory Analysis
Your sample is analyzed according to your selected CDSA profile.
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Results Review
Review your findings with your doctor and discuss the appropriate next steps.
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Frequently Asked
Common Questions About the CDSA
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Ask your questionHow is this different from a routine stool test?
A routine test usually asks one question, most often whether a specific infection is present. The CDSA describes the whole microbiological environment: beneficial bacteria as well as unwanted ones, plus yeasts, parasites and, at the deeper levels, how well digestion and absorption are working.
Do I have to change my diet before collecting?
There are preparation instructions, and they matter: certain supplements, medications and recent antibiotics can affect what the panel finds. You will be given written instructions, and if the timing is wrong we will reschedule rather than run a sample that cannot be trusted.
Will it find the cause of my bloating?
Sometimes, and that is worth saying honestly. Bloating has several possible causes and not all of them show up in stool. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, for instance, is assessed by a Breath Test instead. The CDSA is one tool for narrowing that down, not a guarantee of an answer.
Do I need a consultation first?
Yes. A doctor orders the test after a consultation, so it is chosen for your history and symptoms, not picked from a list. The same doctor then explains your results.
Where are the samples analyzed?
Samples are processed by accredited local and international laboratories, including partners in Australia, Germany and the USA, depending on which panel is ordered.
What happens after the results come back?
Your doctor goes through your results with you in person instead of emailing them. Together you agree a personalized plan, and the relevant markers are retested later to check it is working.
Getting started
Ready to speak to a doctor?
Every plan at Aton Clinic starts with a consultation. Bring your medical history and any recent test results, and together we will decide which tests you need.