GI MAP Test & Gut Health Lab Testing for Personalized Care
Struggling with bloating, fatigue, or unresolved gut issues? A GI MAP test can uncover hidden imbalances in your microbiome and help guide a personalized plan to support digestion, metabolism, and energy.
Address food sensitivities and eat with confidence
At Balance Chaos, we offer the GI MAP test along with other gut health and bloodwork testing services to uncover what’s really driving your symptoms, whether it’s fatigue, inflammation, bloating, brain fog, or food sensitivities.
What is a GI-MAP?
The GI MAP test (Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus) is a functional stool test developed by Diagnostic Solutions Lab. It analyzes your gut microbiome to assess for dysbiosis, intestinal permeability, inflammation, and immune dysfunction. Essentially, it provides insight into your digestion, food cravings, and even mood regulation.
We use the GI MAP test results to create personalized nutrition plans that include targeted meal strategies, supplements, and therapeutic diets. This allows us to better support your metabolism, hormonal balance, and overall well-being.
Direct-Access Lab Testing Without the Insurance Hassle
Clients enrolled in our nutrition coaching can easily add on lab testing, including the GI MAP test, without going through insurance. While some lab tests are partially covered, others are not, and ordering through us can save time, money, and unnecessary back-and-forth with providers.
When is Testing Recommended?
We typically recommend the GI MAP test for clients experiencing persistent digestive issues, fatigue, cravings, or unexplained symptoms. Your dietitian will guide which labs are best for you based on your current symptoms, goals, and progress.
Please note: the GI MAP test is not a clinically validated diagnostic tool. This means that doctors cannot and will not use the results to diagnose, prescribe, or treat a condition. However, results from the GI-MAP can guide your dietitian’s plan and provide a useful foundation for further clinical testing.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- GI-MAP stool test
- Lab panels:
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
- Complete Blood Count (CBC)
- Micronutrients and electrolytes
- Blood lipid panel
- Thyroid hormones
- Liver enzymes
- Sex hormones
- And more!
How it Works
Schedule a Free Initial Consult
Schedule a no-obligation call discuss your goals and fitness level with us.
Determine the Best Package
Together, we’ll decide on the right service or package to meet your needs.
Order Testing
You will receive the GI-MAP test kit in the mail or head to your local lab for a blood draw.
Create a Plan
We will interpret your results and create an action plan that may include a meal plan and/or supplement recommendations.
Feel Better
Follow the plan, and get continuous support from us to remain consistent. Feel better and have confidence in your food choices!
“Chelsea helped me make significant improvements in my heart health by guiding me to eat more nutritious foods.
She also helped me shift away from my habit of eating sweets, and now I enjoy balanced meals that include desserts that work for me without compromising my health. I no longer worry about choosing what foods to eat, and she also taught me how to shop effectively at the grocery store, making healthier choices with ease.” – Charlane B.
Ready to understand your symptoms, gain clarity on the next steps, and track your progress?
GI-MAP Testing Package
$575
Includes GI-MAP stool test and a 45-minute nutrition follow-up for results interpretation and action plan.
Other options:
- Blood work and other lab testing: prices vary depending on the tests ordered. options include Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Complete Blood Count (CBC), micronutrient testing, thyroid hormones, and more
- Therapeutic Meal Plan: $200 (add-on) for personalized meal plan and recipe recommendations
GI-MAP Testing + Nutrition Coaching
$725
This package includes:
- GI-MAP stool test ($582 value)
- One 75-minute nutrition assessment, (includes defining your goals and underlying motivations, identifying any symptoms, diagnoses, or past medical history, and setting a course for our next sessions)
- One 45-minute nutrition follow-up (includes GI-MAP results interpretation and action plan to start you on a path to feeling better and healing your gut)