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Test Code LAB2389 Breath Test Fasting

Clinical System Name

Breath Test Fasting

Sample Requirements

Specimen: Breath

Container(s):

Preferred Vol:

Minimum Vol:

 

Note: Patients must be off antibiotics for 2 weeks and should fast 10 hours prior to test. A 6 hour fast is acceptable for infants who cannot fast 10 hours.

Availability

STAT Performed TAT
N M, W, Th, day shift 1 d

 

Test must be scheduled with chemistry lab (206) 987-3860.

Performing Laboratory

Seattle Children's Laboratory    

 

Department

Department:  Chemistry

Location: Chem East

Phone Number: (206) 987-3860

 

CPT Codes

91065

Methodology

Method: Gas Chromatography

Analytical Volume:

Limitations:

Reference Range

 

  Hydrogen Methane
Fasting alveolar air    
Bacterial overgrowth or residual fiber in colon < 20 ppm < 10 ppm

 

Description

This test must be scheduled in advance with the Chemistry Lab. (206)987- 3860.  Outside orders should be faxed to 206-985-3124. Patients must be off of antibiotics for two weeks and should fast for 10 h prior to test.  A 6 h fast is acceptable for infants.