Method: Shotgun metagenomic sequencing (CLIA 21D2062464); not cleared or approved by the FDA. Results reflect relative microbial abundance for wellness education purposes. Not intended to diagnose or treat disease and not a substitute for clinical consultation. Microbial associations are based on emerging scientific research and may change over time.
A derived biomarker is a value that is calculated from other directly measured biomarkers rather than being measured directly in the lab.
Key benefits of Enterococcus faecalis testing
- Gut enterococcal species monitoring
- microbiome balance and potential pathogen tracking
What is Enterococcus faecalis?
Enterococcus faecalis is a gram-positive bacterium that is a normal low-level resident of the human gut but can cause serious infections when it overgrows or escapes the gut, particularly in compromised individuals. It is also a recognized carrier of antibiotic resistance genes. Detected by shotgun sequencing.
Why is Enterococcus faecalis important?
E. faecalis is one of the most common causes of healthcare-associated infections and a major vehicle for horizontal transfer of antibiotic resistance genes in the gut. Monitoring its relative abundance may provide relevant context for overall microbiome risk.
What insights will I get?
Your E. faecalis level indicates whether this normal-but-monitored gut resident is within an expected range. Discuss elevated levels with your care team, particularly alongside antibiotic resistance markers or in a healthcare-exposed context.





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