Frequently asked questions

Get quick, clear answers to the most common questions parents ask about Alba – from how the test works to what the results mean.

Product

What if I don't understand the results?

Is this different from a GP test or hormone panel?

What makes Alba's recommendations reliable?

What if my child is a picky eater? Will the recommendations still work?

Will I receive a diagnosis along with the result?

How quickly will I receive the results?

What will I get in the report?

What exactly do you analyze in the test?

What age is the Alba test for?

What can we learn from a gut microbiome test?

Usage

How often should we test?

How easy is it to perform the test at home?

Logistics

How do I ship the sample?

Will I have to pay shipping costs?

Where do you ship to?

Science

What is the microbiome?

Security & data

How do you store my data?

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Alba is not a diagnostic test and is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. Our analysis describes your gut microbiome based on current research and does not replace medical advice. If you have health concerns, consult a healthcare professional.

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© 2026, Alba Health

Alba is not a diagnostic test and is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. Our analysis describes your gut microbiome based on current research and does not replace medical advice. If you have health concerns, consult a healthcare professional.

OUR COMPANY

© 2026, Alba Health

Alba is not a diagnostic test and is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. Our analysis describes your gut microbiome based on current research and does not replace medical advice. If you have health concerns, consult a healthcare professional.

OUR COMPANY

© 2026, Alba Health

Alba is not a diagnostic test and is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. Our analysis describes your gut microbiome based on current research and does not replace medical advice. If you have health concerns, consult a healthcare professional.

OUR COMPANY

© 2026, Alba Health