You have samples that are eligible for re-sequencing

Our latest reports surface deeper insights into your samples, now including information on yeast!

*By clicking above, you are requesting a re-sequencing of your eligible samples, confirming your eligibility for our patient assistance program, and agreeing to our Terms and Privacy Policy. A claim will be submitted to your health insurance upon re-sequencing.

Do I need to send in a new sample?

No. We will re-process your existing, eligible samples, if deemed medically necessary.

When will I receive my results?

Results are expected to release at the end of Fall.

How much does this cost?

uBiome clinical tests are fully or partially covered by most health insurance companies under "out-of-network" healthcare benefits, with a valid healthcare provider's order. We have patient assistance programs in place to assist eligible patients with the remaining patient responsibility.

What will the process look like?

1. Upon receipt of your request, we'll ensure that you have the most up to date version of our clinical tests, to date. If you don't, we'll first re-sequence your eligible samples to this version.

2. Around the end of Fall, you'll receive a notification when your newest report (including yeast!) is available.

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Which uBiome product is right for you?

SmartGut

Doctor-ordered gut health test

SmartJane

Doctor-ordered women’s health test

Explorer

Discover your microbiome without the help of a doctor

Who is it for?

Patients with chronic gut conditions such as IBD or IBS, or symptoms such as gas, bloating or diarrhea.

Patients with the desire to, alongside their healthcare provider, learn more about their own vaginal health and how to improve conditions, such as discharges or infections, through lifestyle or diet.

Health and wellness tool to help you better discover how diet and lifestyle affect your microbiome.

Doctor authorization required?

Yes

Yes

No

Where is it available?

US and Canada (other countries coming soon)

US and Canada (other countries coming soon)

203 countries and regions where online payments can be made with a credit card or PayPal

What is the price?

uBiome clinical tests are fully or partially covered by most health insurance companies under “out-of-network” healthcare benefits. We have patient assistance programs in place to assist eligible patients with the remaining patient responsibility.

uBiome clinical tests are fully or partially covered by most health insurance companies under “out-of-network” healthcare benefits. We have patient assistance programs in place to assist eligible patients with the remaining patient responsibility.

From $89 for one site to $399 for five sites.

Targeted at which body site(s)?

Gut microbiome exclusively

Vaginal microbiome

Gut, nose, oral, skin or genital microbiome.

Suitable for other sampling purposes?

SmartGut is solely for adult gut samples.

SmartJane is solely for adult vaginal samples

Yes! Sample kids, pets, home environment, etc.

Any age requirements?

Available to all ages, parental permission needed if under 18.

Available to everyone aged 18 years and older.

Available to all ages, parental permission needed if under 18.

How is sample collected?

Easy self-sampling at home, takes under three minutes.

Easy self-sampling at home, takes under three minutes.

Easy self-sampling at home, takes under three minutes.

What do results show?

Detects beneficial and pathogenic microorganisms associated with specific infections, lifestyle choices, and gut conditions including Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Detects beneficial and pathogenic microorganisms associated with specific infections, such as cervicitis, bacterial vaginosis or vaginitis.

Interactive online tools enable you to explore how your microbiome compares to others, and to monitor yourself over time.

Where does processing take place?

In our San Francisco laboratory, which is CLIA-certified and accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), a standard only achieved by the top 3% of laboratories in the world.

In our San Francisco laboratory, which is CLIA-certified and accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), a standard only achieved by the top 3% of laboratories in the world.

In our San Francisco laboratory, which is CLIA-certified and accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), a standard only achieved by the top 3% of laboratories in the world.

Can you participate in scientific research?

Optionally enables you to anonymously participate in scientific research aimed at advancing understanding of the human microbiome.

Optionally enables you to anonymously participate in scientific research aimed at advancing understanding of the human microbiome.

Optionally enables you to anonymously participate in scientific research aimed at advancing understanding of the human microbiome.

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A healthy vaginal microbiome can play a role in fertility

Did you know?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like Mycoplasma genitalium, chlamydia, and gonorrhea are associated with female infertility, even if asymptomatic.

SmartJane is a screening test that can help you and your doctor monitor your overall vaginal health regularly, by detecting microorganisms linked with infertility. It’s important to know that many individuals with STIs may have few or no symptoms.

How does SmartJane help?

Understanding what’s going on with your gut may help you take actionable steps to bring balance back to your microbiome and prevent kidney stones. A two minute test can potentially lead you to a happier gut and healthy kidneys.

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Why SmartJane?

SmartJane is the world’s first sequencing-based clinical microbiome screening test for vaginal flora, HPV and STIs.

Sample at home, when it’s right for you. Your SmartJane Collection Kit contains everything you’ll need to collect your sample in less than three minutes, in the comfort of your own bathroom.

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Detects high-risk HPV strains

SmartJane tests for HPV, which is associated with cervical cancer and precancerous cervical lesions1. We detect the two most common strains (HPV-16 and HPV-18), as well as twelve additional strains.

1 Audirac-Chalifour et al., 2016, Lee et al., 2013

 

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Detects low-risk HPV strains

such as HPV-6 and HPV-11. These strains are responsible for about 90% of genital warts, but they rarely develop into cancer.

 

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Reveals your flora balance

SmartJane can tell you about your vaginal flora balance. An imbalance is associated with conditions such as bacterial vaginosis (BV), a common vaginal infection2.

2 Onderdonk et al., 2016, Srinivasan et al., 2012

 

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Identifies microbial co-factors

Certain bacteria are associated with HPV infection3. SmartJane provides information on these unique co-factors and how they relate to your health.

3 Mitra et al., 2016, Mitra et al., 2015

 

How SmartJane works

1

Request test

Requesting your test is quick and easy. A few online questions, and you’re done.

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Doctor reviews test

Your own doctor can approve your test, or an independent healthcare provider from an external clinical care network can review your request.

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Sample at home

In a few business days, your kit will arrive in a discreet package. Clear instructions will tell you how to self-sample. It’s fast and private, and takes place in the comfort of your home. 

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We process

After you collect your sample, stick it in the prepaid envelope and drop it in the nearest mailbox. Once it’s processed in our lab, we’ll send you a link so you and your doctor can download your test results.

Detailed clinical report

You’ll receive a detailed report with information about your vaginal microbiome – including lactobacillus, HPV, and other sexually transmitted infections. You and your doctor can use this report to gain valuable insight into your vaginal health that might help to determine a diagnosis. SmartJane is friendly to trans and non-binary patients.

HPV screening

Your sample will be checked for the 14 most common high-risk strains of HPV, including HPV-16 and HPV-18 as well as the 5 low-risk strains that can cause genital warts.

Sexually transmitted infections

Your results include screening your sample for four common STIs, chlamydia and gonorrhea.

Vaginal flora balance

Get information about the composition of your vaginal microbiome, and learn how your vaginal microbes may impact overall health and wellness.

SmartJane is intended to be used only in collaboration with your healthcare provider, and should not be used to diagnose or treat yourself independently. As always, consult your healthcare provider regarding any positive or negative test results.
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Support

Our customer support team is available by email and is happy to answer any questions you have about sampling, results, and more.