Escherichia coli

Escherichia coli, often called E. coli, is a bacterium that can normally live in the intestines. Many E. coli strains are harmless and part of the gut microbiome, while some strains can contribute to irritation or infection if the balance is disrupted. This marker is useful because E. coli can show whether the gut environment is shifting toward bacteria that grow well during inflammation or reduced microbial stability. Higher levels may be seen with diarrhoea, soft stool, abdominal discomfort, gas, or other digestive changes.

Bacterias