H Pylori urea breath test(BreathTek)

This test is performed to detect the presence of active h Pylori infection and also the detect the results of treatment for H Pylori. This test detects the urease enzyme, which secreted by H Pylori in the human stomach.

Precautions prior to the test

1. No food or drink for at least 1 hour before the test

2. Pt should not have taken any antibiotics, PPI such as Prilosec and others in the class or Bismuth preparations for 2 weeks prior to the performance of the test.

3. Medications like Pepcid to be stopped at least 48 hrs . before the test

4. Test should be performed at least 4 weeks after completion of H Pylori treatment.