{"id":59993,"date":"2021-03-18T12:47:35","date_gmt":"2021-03-18T12:47:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/testen\/candida-and-digestion-package\/"},"modified":"2026-10-26T08:58:55","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T07:58:55","slug":"candida-and-digestion-package","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.darmklachten.nl\/en\/testen\/candida-and-digestion-package\/","title":{"rendered":"Candida and digestion package"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\">[vc_row el_class=&#8221;dk-hero&#8221; el_id=&#8221;candida-vertering-productinformatie&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<div class=\"dk-hero__inner\">\n<span class=\"dk-eyebrow\">Stool testing<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Candida and digestion package \u2013 testing for yeasts and food digestion<\/h2>\n<p class=\"dk-lead\">Do you regularly experience bloating, flatulence or abnormal stools? With the Candida and digestion package, we test how many live, culturable yeasts are present in your stool and assess several characteristics of food digestion. Among other things, we look at <em>Candida albicans<\/em>, fat and starch residues, and acidity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dk-hero__note\">By combining both investigations, you get <strong>more information than with a Candida test alone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<details class=\"dk-quicknav\">\n<summary class=\"dk-quicknav__summary\">\n    <span class=\"dk-quicknav__summary-label\"><br \/>\n      <strong>Quick links<\/strong><br \/>\n      <span class=\"dk-quicknav__state dk-quicknav__state--closed\">show<\/span><br \/>\n      <span class=\"dk-quicknav__state dk-quicknav__state--open\">hide<\/span><br \/>\n    <\/span><br \/>\n    <span class=\"dk-quicknav__chevron\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><br \/>\n  <\/summary>\n<div class=\"dk-quicknav__body\">\n<p class=\"dk-quicknav__intro\">Go directly to the information you are looking for.<\/p>\n<div class=\"dk-quicknav__links\">\n      <a href=\"#wanneer-geschikt\">When is it suitable?<\/a><br \/>\n      <a href=\"#wat-onderzoeken-we\">What do we test?<\/a><br \/>\n      <a href=\"#wat-vertelt-de-uitslag\">What can the result tell you?<\/a><br \/>\n      <a href=\"#onderzochte-waarden\">Values tested<\/a><br \/>\n      <a href=\"#hoe-werkt-de-test\">How does the test work?<\/a><br \/>\n      <a href=\"#uitslag-en-vervolgstappen\">Results and next steps<\/a><br \/>\n      <a href=\"#veelgestelde-vragen\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><br \/>\n      <a href=\"#contact-over-de-test\">Contact<\/a><br \/>\n      <a href=\"#pakket-aanvragen\">Order the package<\/a>\n    <\/div><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n[vc_row el_class=&#8221;dk-section dk-anchor-section&#8221; el_id=&#8221;wanneer-geschikt&#8221;][vc_column]\n[vc_column_text]\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading\">\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading__accent\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>When is this test suitable?<\/h2>\n<p>A combined investigation of culturable yeasts and characteristics of food digestion.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-card\">\n<ul>\n<li>You regularly experience bloating, flatulence or abdominal discomfort.<\/li>\n<li>Your stools are often loose, mushy, fatty or sticky.<\/li>\n<li>You see food residues or notice that your symptoms are related to eating.<\/li>\n<li>Your gastrointestinal complaints started or changed after a course of antibiotics.<\/li>\n<li>You are considering a Candida test alone but also want food digestion to be assessed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;dk-backtotop-wrap&#8221;]\n<a class=\"dk-backtotop\" href=\"#candida-vertering-productinformatie\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2191<\/span> Back to top<\/a><br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n[vc_row el_class=&#8221;dk-section dk-anchor-section&#8221; el_id=&#8221;wat-onderzoeken-we&#8221;][vc_column]\n[vc_column_text]\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading\">\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading__accent\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>What do we test?<\/h2>\n<p>The package combines testing for live yeasts with several digestive parameters.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-grid dk-grid--3\">\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Yeasts<\/h3>\n<p>We determine the amount of live, culturable yeasts, including identifiable Candida species, and assess any fungal growth.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Acidity (pH)<\/h3>\n<p>We measure how acidic or alkaline the stool is.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Fat content<\/h3>\n<p>We assess the amount of fat in the stool.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Starch<\/h3>\n<p>We check whether detectable starch residues are present.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Food residues and plant fibres<\/h3>\n<p>Visible food residues and plant fibres are included in the assessment.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Consistency and mucus<\/h3>\n<p>Characteristics of the sample, such as consistency and any mucus, also provide additional context.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;dk-backtotop-wrap&#8221;]\n<a class=\"dk-backtotop\" href=\"#candida-vertering-productinformatie\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2191<\/span> Back to top<\/a><br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n[vc_row el_class=&#8221;dk-section dk-anchor-section&#8221; 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An elevated fat content may instead be a reason for targeted investigation of fat digestion or absorption. The pH and stool characteristics provide additional context.<\/p>\n<p>If no clear abnormalities are found, this can help when choosing other investigations. The result is a snapshot and does not independently establish what is causing symptoms, whether there is a Candida infection or whether an enzyme deficiency exists.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;dk-backtotop-wrap&#8221;]\n<a class=\"dk-backtotop\" href=\"#candida-vertering-productinformatie\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2191<\/span> Back to top<\/a><br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n[vc_row el_class=&#8221;dk-section dk-anchor-section&#8221; el_id=&#8221;onderzochte-waarden&#8221;][vc_column]\n[vc_column_text]\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading\">\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading__accent\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>Explanation of the values tested<\/h2>\n<p>What the different parts of the package may indicate.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-grid dk-grid--2\">\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Candida and other yeasts<\/h3>\n<p><em>Candida albicans<\/em> can also occur in the intestine without causing disease. The culture shows how many live yeasts can grow under laboratory conditions. A higher count is a finding that must be assessed in conjunction with symptoms.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Starch and food residues<\/h3>\n<p>Starch from foods such as bread, potatoes and rice is normally broken down during digestion. Residues in the stool may be related to diet, incomplete breakdown or rapid intestinal transit.<\/p>\n<p>Starch residues and higher yeast counts can occur at the same time, but do not prove a causal relationship.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Fat content<\/h3>\n<p>Bile and digestive enzymes help digest fat. More fat in the stool may fit with reduced digestion or absorption. The diet before testing influences the measurement.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Acidity (pH)<\/h3>\n<p>pH is influenced by diet, bacterial activity and intestinal transit. The value on its own is not specific to one condition.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-product-card\">\n<h3>Consistency and other characteristics<\/h3>\n<p>Firmness, plant fibres, food residues and any mucus help place the other values in context.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;dk-backtotop-wrap&#8221;]\n<a class=\"dk-backtotop\" href=\"#candida-vertering-productinformatie\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2191<\/span> Back to top<\/a><br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n[vc_row el_class=&#8221;dk-section dk-anchor-section&#8221; el_id=&#8221;hoe-werkt-de-test&#8221;][vc_column]\n[vc_column_text]\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading\">\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading__accent\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>How does the test work?<\/h2>\n<p>From collecting the sample at home to the combined report on yeasts and digestive parameters.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-card\">\n<ol>\n<li>You order the package and receive collection materials with instructions.<\/li>\n<li>You collect a stool sample at home according to the enclosed instructions.<\/li>\n<li>You package and send the sample as indicated.<\/li>\n<li>The laboratory examines the yeast culture and digestive parameters.<\/li>\n<li>You receive the report with the results and assessment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;dk-backtotop-wrap&#8221;]\n<a class=\"dk-backtotop\" href=\"#candida-vertering-productinformatie\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2191<\/span> Back to top<\/a><br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n[vc_row el_class=&#8221;dk-section dk-anchor-section&#8221; el_id=&#8221;uitslag-en-vervolgstappen&#8221;][vc_column]\n[vc_column_text]\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading\">\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading__accent\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>Results and next steps<\/h2>\n<p>How the overall picture can help determine which follow-up testing may be relevant.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-card\">\n<p>The report lists the culturable yeasts detected and their quantity, together with the individual digestive values and appropriate references or assessment.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on your symptoms and previous results, follow-up testing for pancreatic elastase, parasites, inflammatory activity or coeliac disease, for example, may be useful.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-callout\" style=\"margin-top:18px;\">\n<p><strong>Medical assessment remains important.<\/strong> If there is blood in the stool, unexplained weight loss, or severe or worsening symptoms, assessment by your GP takes priority.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;dk-backtotop-wrap&#8221;]\n<a class=\"dk-backtotop\" href=\"#candida-vertering-productinformatie\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2191<\/span> Back to top<\/a><br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n[vc_row el_class=&#8221;dk-section dk-anchor-section&#8221; el_id=&#8221;veelgestelde-vragen&#8221;][vc_column]\n[vc_column_text]\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading\">\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading__accent\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<p>Answers to frequently asked questions about the Candida and digestion package.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;modern&#8221; shape=&#8221;rounded&#8221; color=&#8221;white&#8221; spacing=&#8221;4&#8243; gap=&#8221;3&#8243; c_icon=&#8221;chevron&#8221; c_position=&#8221;right&#8221; active_section=&#8221;-1&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;]\n[vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Why choose this package instead of Candida testing alone?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;candida-vertering-faq-01&#8243;]\n[vc_column_text]\nYou test not only for culturable yeasts, but also for fat, starch, pH and other stool characteristics. This allows findings to be assessed alongside one another.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_tta_section]\n[vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Can starch residues and Candida be related?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;candida-vertering-faq-02&#8243;]\n[vc_column_text]\nThey can occur at the same time. This does not prove that one abnormality causes the other.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_tta_section]\n[vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Can the test demonstrate Candida overgrowth?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;candida-vertering-faq-03&#8243;]\n[vc_column_text]\nThe culture measures numbers of culturable yeasts. There is no generally validated threshold that on its own establishes disease-causing Candida overgrowth.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_tta_section]\n[vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Does this package measure pancreatic function?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;candida-vertering-faq-04&#8243;]\n[vc_column_text]\nNo. If there is an appropriate clinical suspicion, pancreatic elastase can be tested separately.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_tta_section]\n[vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Does a normal result rule out digestive problems?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;candida-vertering-faq-05&#8243;]\n[vc_column_text]\nNo. Not every problem is visible in the parameters tested in a single sample.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_tta_section]\n[vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Is any preparation required?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;candida-vertering-faq-06&#8243;]\n[vc_column_text]\nFollow the current instructions. For the fat measurement, maintain your usual fat intake; large amounts of nuts and seeds can affect the measurement. Do not change medication on your own initiative.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_tta_section]\n[\/vc_tta_accordion]\n[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;dk-backtotop-wrap&#8221;]\n<a class=\"dk-backtotop\" href=\"#candida-vertering-productinformatie\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2191<\/span> Back to top<\/a><br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n[vc_row el_class=&#8221;dk-section dk-anchor-section&#8221; el_id=&#8221;contact-over-de-test&#8221;][vc_column]\n[vc_column_text]\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading\">\n<div class=\"dk-category-heading__accent\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>Questions about this package?<\/h2>\n<p>Contact us if you are unsure whether to choose this package or more comprehensive stool testing.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dk-callout\">\n<p>Unsure whether to choose this package or more comprehensive stool testing? 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