Bacterial overgrowth test – SIBO
Contents of the Kit for sample collection
- 1 instruction booklet
- 1 application form
- 1 sachet of substrate (sugar)
- 2 flexible tubes for blowing
- 8 breath sample collection tubes
- Material to prepare samples for shipment to our laboratory
Bacterial overgrowth test – SIBO
65,00 €
What does the test consist of?
It’s a noninvasive test that measures hydrogen/methane in exhaled air. The SIBO breath test is a simple, noninvasive, and completely harmless test.
On the day of the test, an initial breath sample will be taken by blowing into a collection container to establish a baseline. This is done to measure normal breath gas levels before the administration of a sugar (lactitol/lactulose). After the administration of the substrate, breath samples will be taken every 25 minutes. The total duration of the test is 3.5 hours. These samples will be analyzed to measure breath hydrogen and methane levels.
What should I keep in mind before taking the test?
It’s important to follow the prior instructions regarding diet and requirements to prepare for sample collection. You can find the specifications here .
It is important that the interpretation of SIBO test results be performed by a healthcare professional with experience in gastroenterology, as interpretation can be complex and must consider the patient’s clinical context.
Receive the kit at home, extract the samples following the instructions and we will pick it up.
It is important that the interpretation of SIBO test results be performed by a healthcare professional with experience in gastroenterology, as interpretation can be complex and must consider the patient’s clinical context.
Object of study
What will you discover with the SIBO test?
The goal of performing the SIBO test is to diagnose the disorder so that corrective measures can be taken to reverse and balance the intestinal flora.
SIBO is a gastrointestinal disorder in which there is an excess of bacteria in the small intestine, which normally has a relatively low number of bacteria.
In fact, this tissue is considered almost sterile, which is key to preventing competition when it comes to absorbing nutrients.
When small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) occurs, bacteria colonize the intestinal mucosa and compete for nutrient absorption, leading to malabsorption or nutritional deficiencies. Symptoms that may occur include weight loss, bloating, flatulence, anemia, or diarrhea, among others.
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Quality and technology
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We only analyze variants with solid scientific evidence
Our expert panel selects and reviews variants with solid scientific evidence based on scientific literature and medical guidelines.
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Quality Assurance
The laboratory where samples are processed and analyzed holds ISO 15189 and 9001 certifications.
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We use the best technology available
We use the PMDA (Precision Medicine Diversity Array) platform by Applied BioSystems, which enables the analysis of over 850,000 genetic markers in your DNA with a quality rate over 99%. It is the most comprehensive platform on the market, designed to cover all relevant genetic variants related to your health. This platform includes genetic variants from all ancestral populations and also provides analysis of specific mitochondrial DNA and Y chromosome markers, allowing for a deeper and more accurate understanding of your ancestral origins.
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