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

Antifungal use can influence the gut microbiome, though evidence is more limited than for antibiotics.
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- Research suggests that antifungals may alter bacterial composition.
- To reduce interference, we recommend waiting 4 weeks after completing antifungal treatment before collecting a sample.
- Topical antifungals such as Nystatin (Nilstat, Mycostatin) are unlikely to impact results as they are not ingested and don’t reach the digestive tract.
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