Urea Breath Test
Description
The Urea Breath Test is a test to detect the presence of H-Pylori bacteria. During the test, the patient will be asked to exhale into a test tube, drink a solution, and then exhale into another tube. The duration of appointment may last for approximately 45 minutes.
Preparation
You must fast a minimum of 4 hours prior to your appointment. You MUST discontinue the following medications
Medication Duration
| Antibiotic therapy (i.e. HP-PAC) | 4 weeks prior to test |
| Bismuth Preparation (Pepto Bismol) | 2 weeks prior to test |
| PPI pills: Esomeprazole (Nexium) Dexlansoprazole (Dexilant) Pantoprazole (Tecta, Pantoloc) Lansoprazole (Prevacid) Omeprazole (Prilosec) |
3 days prior to test |
Fee
This test is not covered by OHIP. A $120.00 fee is payable by debit or credit card prior to the appointment. HST will not be added to this fee.