Description
Zonulin is a protein found in intestinal cells and is responsible for controlling the tight junctions of the intestinal lining. It is a quantitative measurement of a key bio marker in determining increased intestinal permeability, often called “Leaky Gut.”
Leaky Gut’ is when the intestinal lining becomes abnormally permeable, allowing bacteria, food and other large molecules to pass through which can give rise to food sensitivities as well as many other clinical symptoms.
This lab test includes:
- Requisition form
- Dried Blood Sport Collection Instruction booklet
- 4 Lancets (for pricking skin)
- Alcohol swaps
- Band-Aid
- Blood spot collection example
- Self-enclosed envelope to send sample and completed requisition form off
