Ordering Your IBS-Smart
Blood Test

Do I need a doctor to order IBS-Smart for me?

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Yes, a prescription from a medical provider is required to order this test. There are two ways for you to have a medical provider order the test for you:

 

1. Work with our a doctor online here: https://www.ibssmart.com/orderonline. 
    

2. Work with your current doctor here: https://www.ibssmart.com/myprovider. 

 

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Can I order the test online?

 

Yes, you can with a doctor online to order IBS-Smart here: https://www.ibssmart.com/orderonline.

 

The process is simple: 
 

1. ORDER -  Complete a symptoms screening questionnaire and order your IBS-Smart collection kit to be shipped to your home.
    

2. RECEIVE - Once the IBS-Smart test is ordered for you by a licensed healthcare professional, a signed test order form will be emailed to you.
    

3. COLLECT - Your IBS-Smart kit will include a blood draw device allowing you to collect your sample at home and prepaid shipping labels to mail your sample to the lab. 
    

4. GET ANSWERS - Your IBS-Smart test results will be emailed directly to you. You will also receive instructions to schedule a free IBS-Smart results consultation. 

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What if my physician isn’t familiar with the test?

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If your physician isn’t aware of IBS-Smart, you can download our patient discussion guide (here) to help you have a meaningful conversation about the test and how it could help with your diagnosis.  

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Is IBS-Smart available outside the United States?

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IBS-Smart is available in several countries and territories through partnerships with the labs listed here: 

 

https://www.ibssmart.com/international

 

Please contact the lab directly to inquire about ordering IBS-Smart. We are actively expanding our partnerships. If you would like to stay in touch about the availability of IBS-Smart in your country, please contact us. 

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Getting Blood Drawn for IBS-Smart

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Do I need to stop any medications (e.g., anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, etc.) before drawing my blood sample?

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No. Change in any medications is NOT required prior to blood draw. 

 

 

Do I need to fast before taking the test? 

No. Fasting is NOT required prior to blood draw.