Lactose intolerance

ABOUT THE TEST

The test consists of administering a lactose solution orally and collecting the exhaled air at different times. (each 30 minutes), to determine the amount of hydrogen and/or methane exhaled through the breath. The total duration of the test is 3 hours and a half (210 minutes).

Under normal conditions, lactose is absorbed in the small intestine.. If there is insufficient absorption of lactose due to an enzyme deficiency, This reaches the large intestine where it is fermented by resident bacteria., producing gases (hydrogen and/or methane) which are partially absorbed by the blood and expelled through the breath. Thus, according to the results obtained of hydrogen and/or methane exhaled for each intake, we can detect a possible lactose intolerance.

To interpret the results you should go to a specialist who knows your clinical situation., This being essential in the event that any of the results are positive.

IS IT RIGHT FOR ME?

The test is especially indicated for:

• People with clinical suspicion of this disorder who present any(s) of the following symptoms: abdominal pain or swelling, gases, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting, among others, linked to the consumption of dairy products or derivatives containing lactose.

These symptoms may be common to other processes or pathologies., Therefore, we recommend having the advice of a specialist..

• In the case of children, no hay una edad mínima establecida para la realización de la prueba, as long as the ingestion of all the lactose solution can be ensured (within a maximum period of 10 minutes) y el correcto cumplimiento del procedimiento de toma de muestras. If you had any questions, You can contact our Customer Service through the correct email atencion.cliente@synlab.es or by calling the toll-free number 900 400 442

PRELIMINARY CONSIDERATIONS

• It is not necessary to go to a SYNLAB center to take the test
• You will receive a kit with the necessary material to take the sample
• Do not take antibiotics during the 30 days before the test
• Do not perform enema applications (intestinal lavage or preparation for endoscopy) los 5 previous days
• Do not take laxative medications, antidiarreicos, probiotics or prokinetics (medications to improve intestinal transit) los 2 days prior to sampling
• During the previous day, you must follow the diet indicated in the instructions included in the kit
• We recommend rinse your mouth with a mouthwash or mouthwash, after regular tooth brushing, the night before and the morning before the test
• The same day of sampling, be fasting 12 hours and do not smoke beforehand. You can drink water during the fasting period
• During the test, can't eat, smoke, chew gum or sleep. You must remain at relative rest and you can drink water
• This type of test can cause gas, abdominal distension or diarrhea in case of being intolerant to the administered sugar

It is not possible to perform more than one breath test at a time,
owing respect a minimum period of 4 days among them.

WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE?