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SIBO - Lactulose

Breath test measuring hydrogen and methane levels — markers relevant to small intestinal bacterial balance. Find out more with a simple breath test.
£159
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The large intestine is packed with bacteria, whilst the small intestine typically contains very few bacteria. If the small intestine becomes overgrown with bacteria it can lead to malabsorption of key nutrients, causing symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrohoea, bloating, fatigue, malabsorption of nutrients and weight loss. SIBO is also thought to be a possible factor in some cases of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.

What's included

The lactulose test is used to measure oro-caecal transit time (OCTT) - this is the time interval between ingestion of lactulose and rise in breath hydrogen. Prolonged OCTT has been associated with SIBO.

Test instructions

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Your test kit and all instructions are posted directly to you, and there is no need to visit a collection centre. Please note that the kit is shipped internationally and may take 1-2 weeks to arrive.

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Mail your sample back to the lab using the prepaid envelope and packaging.

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Results for this test available within 7 business days and will be published in your online dashboard.

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