Breath Tests
Gastrointestinal Breath Tests:
Non-invasive diagnosis through a simple breath sample. Breath tests analyze the gases you exhale after drinking a special solution. They help diagnose common digestive problems without needles or scopes.
Types of Breath Tests:
- Hydrogen & Methane Breath Test: Detects
- Lactose or fructose intolerance
- Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
- Urea Breath Test: Detects Helicobacter pylori infection, a frequent cause of gastritis and ulcers.
Advantages:
- Completely painless and safe for adults & children.
- Quick (1–2 hours) with same-day results.
- Accurate & standardized: Helps guide antibiotic or dietary therapy.
Preparation & After-care:
- Before: Fast overnight; avoid antibiotics, probiotics, or acid-suppressing medicines for several days if advised.
- During: You drink a sugar or urea solution; breath samples are collected at intervals.
- After: You can eat and continue normal activities immediately.