Preparations Before Breath Collections

If you are not able to comply with these guidelines for testing, then you may not be a candidate for a breath test and your medical professional can assist you in determining if another test may accommodate your needs. Aerodiagnostics,LLC is unable to provide medical advice.

The hydrogen and methane breath collection guidelines below are to be followed for all of our hydrogen and methane breath tests.

1. No smoking, (including second-hand smoke) for at least one (1) hour before or at any time during the breath collection.
2. No sleeping or vigorous exercise for at least one (1) hour before or at any time during the breath collection.
3. If you recently had antibiotic therapy, colonoscopy, barium studies or enemas, please wait 14 days (or as directed by your clinician) after completion of the above mentioned prior to starting your breath test.
4. All of our hydrogen and methane breath tests require a 24 hour preparation. The first 12 hours prior to your breath collection, you must limit your diet. Foods that you CAN eat during the first 12 hours of your preparation include:

   Baked or broiled chicken, fish (salt and pepper only), white bread (only), plain steamed white rice, eggs, clear chicken, beef or bone broth (no vegetables pieces), black coffee and tea. The second 12 hours prior to collecting your breath you will fast. Do not eat or drink anything other than water.

Instructions on Collecting Your Breath Specimens