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Gut Ulcer Risk Test

Equiscan Report Example

Did you know ...

1 in 3 Horses in the UK suffer from Ulcers

Do You Suspect Ulcers?

A SIMPLE TEST TO DETECT GI ISSUES IN HORSES

​Ulcers can show as any of the following symptoms:

​Irritability, lethargy, discomfort under saddle, unusual behaviour, poor performance, dislike of girthing, mild colic, sensitivity in certain areas.

 

When it comes to spotting potential ulcer issues, early detection is crucial. The conventional way of detecting gastric ulcers (EGUS) is through gastroscopy (also known as scoping).

 

Whilst gastroscopy provides a formal diagnosis, it requires time & preparation. The procedure can also be unpleasant for the horse and stressful for owners who may opt for scoping with slight reluctance.

The Equiscan Gut Wellness Test is an advanced, non invasive tool that can help detect equine pathologies throughout the entire GI tract, including the hindgut.

A Proactive Approach

USING A NON INVASIVE TESTING METHOD

If you suspect your horse has gut issues, inflammation or ulcers. If you prefer a non invasive testing method and would like a holistic report of your horse's digestive health to help identify any potential problems early, then look no further.

From a single DNA sample, the Equiscan Gut Wellness Test provides a holistic analysis of the horse's digestive system in an easy to understand report .... all carried out in a non invasive manner.

 

Results from the Equiscan Gut Wellness Test can provide you or your vet with new information and can also act as a pre scoping assessment tool.  

Equiscan ResultEquiscan Results - Female

The Equiscan Benefits

Key Benefits

FOR YOUR HORSE

  • Non invasive process

  • No sedation or starvation

  • No travelling to a veterinary clinic

  • Just a hair & saliva sample required

  • Insight into foregut, hindgut & parasite risk. 

  • Opportunity for early detection and interventionlisic 

Key Benefits

FOR YOU

  • An easy 4 step process to obtaining results

  • Analysis of the hind gut, offering you an insight into this key area which scoping cannot reach.

  • Key pathogens that may be present including parasites

  • Report can be used to determine if additional diagnostics are needed. 

The Equiscan Process

1

Order

Order online and receive your test kit

2

Send

Send the DNA samples back

3

Receive

Receive your report after 10 days

4

Action

Establish a plan for better health

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Transforming the Equine Health Screening Industry ... together

The Gut Wellness Test allows you to look after your horse's health and well being by identifying high-risk factors and any signs of early inflammation, before symptoms appear.

 

We will also provide advice on food supplementation that may help towards better health.

In addition to fore gut analysis, the Gut Equiscan test also delivers important health and trait insights into the hind gut so you can create an even more personalised care plan for your horse.

The Gut Wellness Test can complement a gastroscopy procedure to help reveal more about your horses health. It can also act as a pre-scoping measure that may help you or your vet. 

Gastroscopy & Gut
Equiscan Comparison

Gastroscopy Comparison List

Hind Gut Disease in Horses

Dr. Ben Sykes is a world leading expert on Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) and is actively changing the way we think, talk about, treat, prevent, and manage EGUS in our horses. At The Equum, we believe that hind gut issues are merely a symptom and sign of more deeper rooted causes including maybe parasites. In the following video, Dr Sykes helps us to understand how equine hind gut ulcers, pathogens and digestive health affect each other. 

Horses are falling short of their potential, plagued by mysterious hind-end lameness, resistance to training, demonstrating stress behaviours and whilst much of this may be associated with hind gut disease, the root cause doesnt end there.  

The Equiscan Gut Wellness Test is simple to use, non invasive and acts as an ideal first step in the diagnostic process. Crucially, it offers a unique opportunity to not only analyse the horse’s hind gut, but also understand reasons behind it.

Client Testimonials

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'Findings were spot on and able to detect previous issues. Highly recommend for horse owners when you know something just isn’t right.'

- EG Equestrian, Hereford, UK -

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The Equum is a trading name of HC Health Solutions Ltd. HC Health Solutions Ltd is registered in England and Wales. Company Number: 15626889.

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Important - DISCLAIMER

The contents of Equiscan reports are not meant to infer any diagnosis, treatment or cure of specific conditions and illnesses. Although many illnesses can be linked to inflammation, pathogenic or toxic influences, the likely presence of such in your report is not necessarily indicative of the illness itself. The information provided is for information/educational purposes only and should not be regarded as a medical diagnosis under any circumstances. Information is provided on the understanding that medical services/advice are not offered. You should not use the Equiscan report as a substitute for consultations with qualified veterinary professionals and at all times, you are encouraged to refer back to your specialist. If your horse’s symptoms are recent and require urgent attention, please visit your specialist before purchasing any further Equiscan tests. 

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