GI Motility & Physiology Center

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Diagnostic Procedures

Anal Manometry

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Esophageal Manometry

H-Pylori Breath Test

Hydrogen Breath Test

Where to Find Us

CHECK IN INFORMATION:

•  Check in at the Out Patient Registration desk prior to coming to the West Wing to register 
•  Bring a current ID and insurance card to the Registration desk.

PREPARATION FOR PROCEDURE:

•  Two Weeks(14 DAYS) before the test, you should stop taking:
•  antibiotics of any kind
•  proton pump inhibitors such as Prilosec, Protonix, Nexium, Aciphex, Prevacid
•  H2 blockers such as Zantac, Ranitidene, Tagamet, Cimetidene, Pepcid
• Antacids such as Carafate, Maalox, Mylanta, Tums, Rolaids
•  Pepto - Bismol
•  Do not eat or drink anything for at least four hours before the test. 
•  Please brush your teeth before the test, but not use mouth wash.
•   The test will take about 15 minutes to complete.  You will blow into an air collection bag, then drink a lemon flavored drink.
•  After 15 minutes you will blow a second time in an air collection bag to complete the test. 
•  You may drive yourself home before and after the test since no sedation is involved.
•  Allow ample time for parking and bring single dollar bills for self paying parking 
•  If you have any questions, please call 619 543-6834.