This OAT review will include a review of the biochemistry that helps to inform the metabolites on the GPL OAT test. It is designed to be understandable for those who have not taken biochemistry but do have a strong biology background. We will discuss the relevance of each aspect of the test. Following this, we will review some abnormal results to help enhance critical thinking. There will be a question and answer section in between each major section.
We know that the brain and the gut are intricately interrelated – indeed the gut is often referred to as our second brain. Exciting new developments in the arena of the gut-brain axis (GBA) – also referred to as the ‘psychobiome’ offers promise for many mental health disorders.