Sample Collection: What is the impact of anti-virals on Microbiome Explorer test results?

Antiviral drugs may affect both GI markers and microbial marker results.
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- They can alter faecal pH, nutrient availability, and microbiome composition.
- If the underlying viral infection is linked to inflammation, this may also increase calprotectin levels.
- These combined effects mean antiviral use should be considered when interpreting results.
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​https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/how-common-meds-secretly-wreck-your-patients-microbiome-2025a1000h0l

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