Iodophilic Flora

Iodophilic flora is a group of bacteria and microorganisms that can be stained with iodine in microscopic stool analysis.

• Normally, iodophilic flora is present in small amounts and participates in carbohydrate and fat breakdown in the intestine.
• An increased amount of iodophilic flora indicates disruption of intestinal microbiota, often associated with dysbiosis, digestive disorders, and inflammatory processes.
• Detection of large quantities of iodophilic flora may indicate malabsorption and accelerated intestinal motility.
• This condition requires further evaluation to determine the cause of microflora imbalance and select appropriate therapy.

Studying iodophilic flora helps assess intestinal microflora status and identify hidden gastrointestinal pathologies.