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Bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) + IMO

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Detection of bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine (SIBO) and intestinal methanogenic overgrowth (IMO).

DESCRIPTION:

The EXPIRED HYDROGEN AND METHANE TEST is a functional test to evaluate bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine. (SIBO) and methanogenic intestinal overgrowth (IMO), O well, certain food intolerances to carbohydrates.

For the detection of SIBO and/or IMO, lactitol or lactulose is administered, which, under normal conditions, fermented in the large intestine by bacteria and archaea (methanógenos), generating hydrogen and methane. These gases partially diffuse into the blood and are eliminated through the breath.. Nevertheless, based on the values ​​obtained for hydrogen and methane exhaled at different times and the evolution of the data, This test allows you to detect SIBO and/or IMO.

 

Descripción

ABOUT THE TEST

The test consists of administering a substrate sugar orally (lactitol) and collect expired 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, Hydrogen and methane are generated due to the fermentation of the supplied sugar by the bacteria present in the large intestine. These gases partially diffuse into the blood and are eliminated through the breath.. Nevertheless, depending on when the increase in expired hydrogen and/or methane is recorded and the evolution of the data, This test allows you to detect SIBO and IMO and, sometimes, determine intestinal transit time.

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 who present any(s) of the following symptoms: swelling, gases, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, weight or appetite loss, uncomfortable feeling of fullness after eating, among others
    • People with constipation (mainly related to IMO)

     

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

    THIS TEST IS NOT INDICATED IN CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE 5 YEARS

PRIOR 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?

The test requires eight breath samples so You do not need to go to a SYNLAB center to take the test.

1 Receive a kit with the necessary material to take the sample at home

2 Take the sample following the instructions and taking into account the previous considerations included in the kit

3 Follow the collection and delivery steps indicated in the kit instructions (Without aditional costs)

4 The results will be available at 5 Work days

5 You will be able to access your results in www.synlab.es

 

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