Do you have S.I.B.O? This simple home breath test kit will find out.
Did you know that over 50% of patients diagnosed with IBS have SIBO?
NOTE: This test is ONLY AVAILABLE TO AUSTRALIAN RESIDENTS.
This non-invasive breath test identifies bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine, also known as SIBO or BOSI. In contrast the large intestine, the small intestine is an area that typically has low levels of bacterial colonisation and when this ecosystem is disrupted can cause persistent and unfavourable symptoms. SIBO may lead to malabsorption, bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, and abdominal pain. Even asymptomatic patients, especially those with a history of chronic constipation/ diarrhoea, hypochlorhydria, or maldigestion, may benefit from testing as bacterial overgrowth can manifest without clear symptoms.
This panel detects hydrogen and methane production through the consumption both lactulose and fructose substrates.
Analytes
- Fructose
- Hydrogen
- Lactulose
- Methane
Test Method
GC-TCD/SSS
Common Conditions
- Gastrointestinal and Digestive Health
- Abdominal pain
- Bloating
- Constipation
- Other Health Conditions
- Diarrhoea
- Fatigue
- Food sensitivities
Testing for S.I.B.O
This simple, non-invasive home breath test detects bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine, a common condition that often underlies chronic symptoms of maldigestion and malabsorption, including bloating, gas, diarrhoea, irregularity, and abdominal pain.
Bacterial concentrations in the small intestine are normally kept to a minimum. When excessive, the delicate mucosal lining is disrupted, including the microvilli that facilitate absorption. As a result, bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine (BOSI) can inhibit nutrient absorption and lead to the following serious health problems.
About The Test
All tests come with full instructions, including a pre-authorised practitioner script.
Home test kits come with everything you need to complete the test, including free express post return postage to the laboratory.
All pathology test kits come with a preauthorised script (including test kit/s if required) to take to your local pathology test centre.
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Turn-around time: 24 hours
