Sibo breathing gas test for small intestinal colonization

Which test is right for me?

Lactulose (Sibo Test)

In most cases, we use lactulose for the Sibo test. Because with lactulose, the deeper regions of the small intestine can also be reached. Lactulose cannot be metabolized by the body itself. Only the gut bacteria can do that. The gases produced during the decomposition process (hydrogen and methane) are measured and chronologically classified. An early rise indicates bacterial activity in the small intestine.

Combination lactulose test/fructose test (Sibo Test)

If the lactulose test is negative despite clear Sibo symptoms, it is advisable to carry out another breath test with fructose. This ensures that no bacteria have been overlooked. The fructose test should be carried out no earlier than two days after the lactulose test in order to rule out that there are still lactulose gases in the intestine.

Fructose (fructose malabsorption test / Sibo according to new findings)

Fructose is normally metabolized in the small intestine. In cases of fructose malabsorption, this doesn't happen, and the fructose reaches the large intestine. Bacteria in the large intestine break down the fructose, producing hydrogen and methane. This is measured with our fructose test via breath. This allows us to detect fructose malabsorption (colloquially known as fructose intolerance).

Please note:

An existing sibo can mask the fructose malabsorption. Because with a sibo, the bacteria are mistakenly settled in the small intestine and prematurely decompose the fructose there. Bacterial miscolonization (Sibo) can be detected, but this does not provide any information about possible fructose malabsorption.

Glucose (Sibo test)

Glucose is suitable for detecting a sibo in the front section of the small intestine. Glucose is already absorbed by the small intestine in the first section (high glycemic index). Therefore, a SIBO can only be recognized there, otherwise there is nothing left of the glucose to prove a SIBO in the rear section.

The advantages of the Sibolab breath test at a glance

• not invasive
• Testing possible around the clock from home every day of the week
• Comprehensive report on results
• The highest possible quality standard of the materials
• 10 test tubes with 180 minutes test period
• Hydrogen and methane

item Description

Breath test to determine bacterial overgrowth to be carried out at home. examination
the air we breathe for hydrogen and methane.

The air from the vacuum tubes sent in is tested for hydrogen (H2) and methane (CH4).
The gas curves are clearly displayed in the result report and allow your doctor or therapist to make a diagnosis or rule out Sibo.

Delivery

• Detailed test instructions including nutritional recommendations for the preparation day via QR code (found on the inside of the shipping box)
  
• Mouthpiece for taking breath
  
• 10 x vacuum tubes for breathing air
  
• Lactulose (15 ml) or other selected substrate
  
• DHL label for return shipment to Sibolab

Shipping

We offer free shipping on all breathalyzer tests within Germany, including a return label. We ship with DHL.

International shipping within the EU is possible, Switzerland is excluded due to problems with customs.

Please note: We do not collect tests from customs.

International shipping is not included in the price of the test.

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