MapmyBiome At-Home Gut Microbiome Test Kit (Shotgun Sequencing)

The MapMyBiome™ Shotgun Sequencing Test transforms your gut from an invisible "black box" into a measured, understood system. We replace guessing with NABL-accredited science, giving you definitive answers about what is happening in your gut—and exactly how to fix it.

• 🔬 NABL-Accredited Lab Processing

• 🔒 100% Data Privacy & Encryption

• 🚚 Free At-Home Sample Pickup Across India

Why Shotgun Sequencing?

Don't settle for basic gut tests. MapmyBiome uses Shotgun Metagenomics Sequencing—the gold standard in DNA science.  Unlike standard 16S tests that only identify basic bacteria, Shotgun Sequencing breaks down all microbial DNA in your sample. This gives you a high-resolution, 360° map of your gut's bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. We don’t just tell you what is in your gut; we look at functional genes to tell you exactly how they are affecting your metabolism, vitamins, and inflammation.

What Your MapmyBiome™ Report Uncovers

• • Comprehensive Gut Health Index & History Get a definitive Gut Health Index score rated out of 100 based on your exact levels of health-associated and disease-associated bacterial species. Track your progress over time with Your Gut Score History to visually see how your diet and lifestyle adjustments impact your microbiome profile across 3 to 6-month intervals.

  • Deep-Dive Kingdom Distribution (Diversity Testing) Go beyond basic bacterial tests. Our shotgun metagenomic sequencing maps your entire ecosystem across 5 distinct microbial kingdoms: Bacteria, Archaea, Fungi, Protozoa, and Viruses. This includes checking your exact Bacteroides-Prevotella ratio to identify if your current microbiome leans toward a carbohydrate-rich or Western-style protein and fat-heavy diet.

  • Probiotic vs. Pathogenic Biome Profiling Know exactly where your system stands by evaluating your Probiotic Biome (Good Bacteria) against a strict Pathogenic Biome (Harmful Bacteria) assessment. The test screens for optimal levels of beneficial strains like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium while screening for over 20+ dangerous pathogens—including Clostridioides difficile, Helicobacter pylori, and Salmonella enterica.

  • Advanced Antibiotic Resistance Screening Identify hidden risks before you ever need treatment. The report maps out your microbiome's specific Antibiotic Resistance profile, screening against 35+ therapeutic options (including Azithromycin, Erythromycin, and Cephalosporins) to determine if your gut is harboring resistance genes that could compromise future medical care.

  • Vitamin Regulation & Short-Chain Fatty Acid (SCFA) Production Measure your gut's hidden functional performance. Discover your microbiome's capability to synthesize and regulate essential Vitamins (A, C, D, K, and key B-complex vitamins). Additionally, evaluate your production of critical Short-Chain Fatty Acids (Acetate, Butyrate, and Propionate) which directly fuel your intestinal cells, maintain blood pressure, and protect your gut barrier.

  • Gut-Brain Axis & Neurotransmitter Tracking Uncover how your gut chemistry dictates your mental wellbeing. Your report directly evaluates the presence of specialized bacteria responsible for producing or balancing critical neurotransmitters and their precursors, explicitly profiling your levels of GABA, Serotonin, Dopamine, and Acetylcholine.

  • Systemic Inflammatory Markers, Disease, & Symptom Risk Map your preventative health baseline. Quantify your systemic Inflammatory Markers—including C-reactive protein, Tumor Necrosis Factor, and Interleukins —while assessing your long-term risk for 9 major metabolic, autoimmune, and gastric conditions (such as IBS, Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity, and Rheumatoid Arthritis). It also scores your immediate risk for common Gastric Symptoms like stomach pain, flatulence, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea.

  • Custom Action Plan & Companion Handbook Integration You won't just get data; you get a roadmap. Every report details a tailored Action Plan with precise, targeted recommendations for your low-scoring areas. This is paired with an interactive digital Handbook that maps out your exact daily food choices, diet preferences, prebiotic/probiotic adjustments, and lifestyle changes to effectively resolve dysbiosis.

Critical Pre-Test Checklist (Read Before You Test)

To ensure 100% accurate lab results, please review these guidelines before collecting your sample:

• Antibiotics & Laxatives: Do not collect your sample if you have taken antibiotics, laxatives, or undergone a colonoscopy in the last 14 days.

• Stomach Illness: Wait at least 14 days after recovering from any acute watery diarrhea or stomach bugs.

• Maintain Routine: Do not drastically change your diet the week before the test—we want to capture your gut's true baseline.