{"id":59224,"date":"2021-03-11T08:41:43","date_gmt":"2021-03-11T07:41:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/help-choosing-a-test\/"},"modified":"2026-09-28T22:10:01","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T20:10:01","slug":"help-choosing-a-test","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/en\/help-choosing-a-test\/","title":{"rendered":"Help choosing a test"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Help choosing a test by entering your symptoms \/ problems<\/h2>\n<p><strong>We are happy to help you make a choice.<\/strong> <strong>You can click the symptom guide and enter your symptoms.<\/strong><br \/>\nFor persistent gastrointestinal complaints, it is advisable to have your stool tested. Intestinal conditions such as infection with parasites or bacteria, Candida overgrowth, reduced gut flora or gluten intolerance are associated with one or more symptoms:[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1622530602268{margin-top: 16px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<ul>\n<li>Flatulence<\/li>\n<li>A bloated abdomen<\/li>\n<li>Mushy stools<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhoea<\/li>\n<li>Constipation, possibly alternating with loose stools<\/li>\n<li>Abdominal pain or abdominal cramps<\/li>\n<li>Nausea<\/li>\n<li>Sticky, foul-smelling stools<\/li>\n<li>Fatigue, sometimes weight loss<\/li>\n<li>Anaemia<\/li>\n<li>Hair loss<\/li>\n<li>A diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;Open Symptom Checker&#8221; color=&#8221;danger&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.darmklachten.nl%2Fen%2Fsymptoms%2Fsymptom-checker%2F|&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1622529939161{padding-top: 20px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-27864\" src=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/symptomenchecker.png\" alt=\"gastrointestinal complaints symptom checker\" width=\"612\" height=\"625\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/symptomenchecker.png 612w, https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/symptomenchecker-294x300.png 294w, https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/symptomenchecker-600x613.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Which test is useful?<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>IBS<\/strong>: For chronic gastrointestinal complaints, it is advisable to request the complete package, which includes gut flora analysis and testing for the parasites D. fragilis and B. hominis.<br \/>\nTest: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/prikkelbare-darmsyndroom-test-pds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Irritable Bowel Syndrome<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Gut flora analysis<\/strong> includes cultures for bacteria and yeasts and markers of digestion. It can also be useful to request a gut flora analysis after a course of antibiotics.<br \/>\nTest: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/darmflora-pakket\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gut flora (microbiota)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Candida test<\/strong>: Would you like to know whether there is an increase in yeasts such as Candida albicans? This test is combined with an analysis of starch digestion and gluten markers.<br \/>\nTests: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/candida-soorten-en-schimmels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Candida species and fungi<\/a> and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/glutensensitiviteit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gluten intolerance<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/darmflora-pakket\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gut flora<\/a> (microbiota)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parasites<\/strong>: Persistent gastrointestinal complaints, often combined with a changing bowel pattern and fatigue, may indicate a parasitic infection. For gastrointestinal complaints, it is always useful to request testing for Dientamoeba fragilis and Blastocystis hominis. If a family member or partner is infected, it is advisable to be tested as well. A follow-up test is also recommended after treatment if this has not yet been done. If diarrhoea is also present, testing for all parasites is recommended.<br \/>\nTests: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/darmparasieten-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Intestinal parasites<\/a>. If antibiotics have already been used, request Gut flora (microbiota) at the same time.<\/li>\n<li>Gastrointestinal complaints combined with <strong>nausea<\/strong> or a <strong>feeling of fullness in the stomach<\/strong> (and sometimes itching) can be caused by several conditions.<br \/>\nTests:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/darmflora-pakket\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gut flora (microbiota)<\/a>: particularly symptoms after fatty foods<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/maagklachten\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blastocystis hominis<\/a>: flatulence, severely bloated abdomen<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/glutensensitiviteit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gluten intolerance<\/a>: pain around the navel, acid reflux into the oesophagus and\/or a heavy feeling in the stomach<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/histamine-intolerantie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Histamine test<\/a>: symptoms after wine, chocolate, cheese or nuts. Also for headaches and insomnia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stomach pain, heartburn:<\/strong> symptoms improve after a meal, possibly in combination with one or more of the symptoms mentioned above: stomach infection.<br \/>\nTest: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/maagklachten\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stomach complaints<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain on the right beneath the rib cage<\/strong> after eating and sticky, fatty stools.<br \/>\nTest: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/darmflora-pakket\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gut flora (microbiota)<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Symptoms worsen after <strong>eating bread:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Itching<\/li>\n<li>Reduced immunity<\/li>\n<li>Abdominal pain since childhood and\/or anaemia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Overweight<\/strong>: Also with a moderate increase in abdominal fat, constipation and flatulence.<br \/>\nTests: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/darmflora-overgewicht-en-darmklachten-enterotypen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Enterotypes<\/a> and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/candida-soorten-en-schimmels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Candida species and fungi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Histamine test<\/strong>: The histamine test is a challenge test used to detect a deficiency of the enzyme diamine oxidase (DAO). This test is useful for gastrointestinal complaints and allergic symptoms such as a blocked nose and itching in combination with insomnia. Intolerance to red wine, chocolate, aged cheese and nuts may indicate histamine sensitivity. The test is recommended when foods cause fatigue, itching, palpitations, insomnia, diarrhoea, nausea or headaches.<br \/>\nTest: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/histamine-intolerantie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Histamine intolerance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<h2>How it works<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Select the desired test package.<\/li>\n<li>If you are not sure which analysis is most suitable, you can view the symptom overview.<\/li>\n<li>Enter your details and pay.<\/li>\n<li>As soon as we receive the request, a package containing test tubes and packaging materials will be sent to the address you provided.<\/li>\n<li>Stool samples for the basic package can only be sent on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, because the test material must not arrive just before the weekend.<\/li>\n<li>Samples for parasitological testing can be sent on any day of the week.<\/li>\n<li>You will receive the result within 7 working days and can log in to the site with your account to view it.<\/li>\n<li>Darmklachten.nl advises all clients to consult a doctor if abnormal findings are found.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1617007411960{margin-top: 16px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>About Darmklachten.nl<\/h2>\n<p>Darmklachten.nl is an initiative of MGlab, a laboratory specialising in stool testing for people with gastrointestinal complaints.<\/p>\n<p>Darmklachten.nl was set up to make laboratory testing accessible to everyone who wants to learn more about intestinal health or determine the cause of gastrointestinal complaints.<\/p>\n<p>The intestine, particularly the large intestine, is receiving increasing attention as people begin to realise how important a role the intestines play in health\u2026<a href=\"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/en\/about-us\/\">read more<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1620811355084{margin-top: 32px !important;}&#8221;]<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-27318 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/onderzoek.jpg\" alt=\"Darmklachten.nl tests and research\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" title=\"\">[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Help choosing a test by entering your symptoms \/ problems We are happy to help you make a choice. 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