Urea Breath Test for H.pylori Infection (Commercial)*
฿220.00
Analyses the baseline and 30-minute breath samples to measure the change in labelled carbon dioxide after ingestion of ¹³C urea, indicating active Helicobacter pylori infection.
Typical Use
Used with the required collection kit to diagnose active Helicobacter pylori infection or confirm eradication following treatment.
Preparation
Test kit required. 1. Exhale into the “00 Minute” Breath Bag until full, then immediately close the cap tightly. 2. Add 100 mL of water to the container to dissolve the ¹³C granules. Mix well and drink the entire contents immediately. 3. Remain seated for 30 minutes. Avoid getting up unless necessary to minimise bowel movement. 4. At 30 minutes, immediately exhale into the “30 Minute” Breath Bag until full. The collection time may vary by no more than ±5 minutes. Close the cap tightly. 5. Wrap Parafilm around the cap threads to prevent the cap from loosening. 6. Send both breath bags to the laboratory.