Breath test – lactose intolerance
Breath test – lactose intolerance
65,00 €
What does the test consist of?
This is a noninvasive test that measures hydrogen/methane in exhaled air. The lactose intolerance 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 administration of the sugar, lactose. After 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 results of a lactose intolerance breath test be interpreted 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 test?
The lactose intolerance breath test is a noninvasive test used to detect lactose intolerance. People with this intolerance show an inability to digest lactose, a sugar found in dairy products. This is due to a deficiency of lactase, the enzyme responsible for breaking down lactose in the small intestine. The most common symptoms of lactose intolerance include abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and general discomfort after consuming dairy products. However, these symptoms can also be caused by other gastrointestinal conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome or other food intolerances, so the test helps differentiate between the different possible causes.
The purpose of performing the lactose intolerance breath test is to confirm or rule out the presence of this intolerance in patients who experience gastrointestinal symptoms after consuming dairy products.
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