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| The Obermeyer Test - Bowel Toxemia Assessment Now Being
Offered |
The Obermeyer Test was initially developed
to help in assessing bowel obstruction, but is used primarily to assess the
level of toxemia present in non-obstructed patients. With toxemia,
there is an increase in substances such as skatol, indole, and phenol which
are by-products of protein digestion by abnormal bowel flora. These
are absorbed and excreted in the urine in detectable levels. Detection
of high levels means that the patient's bowel function has slowed or that
they are consuming a protein source that is not blood type compatible and
thus not readily absorbed. Therefore, the protein remains in the bowel
and is broken down by bacteria that normally do not flourish when the
intestinal flora is balanced. This is experienced as symptoms of gas
and bloating, constipation and/or diarrhea, and a sluggish or toxic feeling.
The Obermeyer Test is now being performed at the clinic and requires a first
morning urine sample. The cost of the test is $10.00 and additional
information can be obtained from your physician. |
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