Gastrointestinal (GI) Physiology Patient Information

Hydrogen breath test

You have been asked to attend this test to diagnose either a small bowel bacterial overgrowth or an intolerance to a specific sugar.

Oesophageal Manometry & 24-hour pH or impedance monitoring

The oesophagus is a long muscular tube like structure which connects your mouth to your stomach. This part of the test assesses whether your food pipe is working properly. 

Anorectal physiology

Information about anorectal physiology tests for problems associated with faecal incontinence or constipation, or other bowel problems.


 

Gastrointestinal (GI) Physiology Patient Information