Beta-glucuronidase is an enzyme produced by certain gut bacteria that can break the bond between glucuronic acid and various toxins, hormones, or drugs that have been prepared for elimination by the liver. Elevated beta-glucuronidase activity in the stool may indicate microbial imbalance and can interfere with detoxification by reactivating substances like estrogen and xenobiotics in the colon. This reactivation may contribute to systemic toxicity or hormonal imbalances. Measuring beta-glucuronidase in stool helps assess microbial metabolism and detoxification efficiency in the gut.
It's an enzyme made by certain gut bacteria that can reverse the detoxification process by breaking the bond between toxins and glucuronic acid.
To evaluate how gut microbes may be affecting the body’s ability to eliminate hormones, drugs, and toxins.
It may suggest microbial imbalance and a risk of reactivation of harmful substances in the gut.
Yes, especially estrogen, since the enzyme can release it back into circulation from the gut.
Gut microbial composition, diet, toxin exposure, and certain medications may affect enzyme levels.