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Microbiome Diversity Indexing

Meaning

Microbiome Diversity Indexing is the analytical process of quantifying the variety and richness of microbial species present within a biological sample, typically the gut or skin, using ecological metrics. This indexing provides a single, comparative measure of the health and resilience of the microbial community, with higher diversity generally correlating with a more stable and functionally robust ecosystem. Clinically, a low diversity index is often a key indicator of dysbiosis and is associated with increased risk for various chronic and metabolic conditions.