Advantages and disadvantages of various methods for diagnosing intestinal microbiota disorders

The article explores modern methods for diagnosing gut microbiota disorders, including cultural, molecular-genetic, and chromatographic approaches. Their advantages, disadvantages, and clinical significance are highlighted. A significant milestone was the adoption of the international consensus standardizing microbiome diagnostic practices. The article emphasizes the need to select diagnostic methods based on research goals and clinical conditions, considering accuracy, availability, and cost.