Description
Indole content in urine is an indication of bacterial activity and flora in the colon and small intestine.
In the gut, bacteria react to the essential amino acid tryptophan and produce indole. Indican is a by-product of this reaction.
Indican levels in urine are therefore a good measure of the activity of bacteria in the gut.
Elevated levels are considered an indicator of excessive growth of anaerobic bacteria in the small intestine, impaired digestion of proteins or excessive absorption of proteins (tryptophan).
The Indikan urine test is only an indicator with a positive or negative result. If the result is positive, further tests should be carried out, for example a stool test.
A stool test indicates the exact disorder of the intestinal flora.
