Exams
Breath Tests
H₂ · CH₄ · H₂S · H. pylori
Diagnosis of SIBO, IMO, food intolerances and H. pylori through exhaled breath analysis. No blood draw, no discomfort, high diagnostic specificity.
The NU.V.E.M protocol detects H₂, CH₄ and H₂S in a single exam, covering SIBO, LIBO, SIFO and H. pylori infection.
Our technologies

HealthGo AIR
Latest-generation Brazilian technology
The first Brazilian-made equipment for functional gastrointestinal diagnosis via breath test. Simultaneously detects H₂, CH₄ and H₂S, differentiating SIBO, IMO and other dysbioses with greater precision than traditional devices.
Gases measured
H₂ · CH₄ · H₂S
Patients
Up to 5 simultaneous
Sampling
Every 2 minutes
Report
Automatic generation
Technology
Self-cleaning

Dynamed Easy H2
Portable non-invasive diagnosis
Portable equipment for H₂ breath testing in exhaled air. Indicated for diagnosing lactose and fructose intolerance, carbohydrate malabsorption and bacterial overgrowth. Instant results in under 60 seconds, shown on an LCD display.
Gas measured
H₂ (1-500 PPM)
Response time
< 60 seconds
Portability
120g · AA batteries
Connectivity
Standalone or PC
Sensor
> 18 months lifespan
Indications for the exam
Preparing for the exam
Prep Guide: H₂ · CH₄ · H₂S
SIBO, IMO, LIBO and intolerances
Prep Guide: H. pylori
Diagnosis and eradication control
Mandatory diet: the day before the exam
Dietary preparation is essential for diagnostic accuracy
✓Allowed
- ·White rice · pasta without sauce
- ·Grilled chicken, fish or meat
- ·Boiled or scrambled egg (no milk)
- ·Olive oil, salt and lemon as seasoning
- ·Strawberry, avocado and lemon (plain)
- ·Water · chamomile tea
✕Not Allowed
- ·Milk, cheese and dairy products
- ·Beans, lentils, chickpeas, corn
- ·Cabbage, broccoli, kale, onion, garlic
- ·Sugar, honey, ice cream, sweeteners
- ·Coffee, alcohol, soda and teas*
- ·Fruit (except those allowed)
*Except chamomile tea
Solids
12h fasting before
Liquids
Water until midnight
After midnight
Total fasting
Medication suspension
4 weeks
Antibiotics
3 weeks
GLP-1 analogs
2 weeks
Probiotics
5-7 days
Laxatives
⚠️ PPIs, ongoing medications and doctor-prescribed probiotics should be continued.
Frequently asked questions
What is the breath test?+
It’s a non-invasive exam that measures the concentration of gases (hydrogen, methane and hydrogen sulfide) in exhaled breath to diagnose SIBO, IMO, food intolerances and H. pylori infection.
Does the breath test hurt?+
No. There are no needles, cuts or discomfort: the patient simply blows into a mouthpiece at regular intervals during the exam.
How long does the breath test take?+
Duration varies between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the substrate used (glucose, lactulose, lactose or fructose) and the condition being investigated.
What conditions can the breath test detect?+
The exam detects SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), IMO, lactose and fructose intolerance, and H. pylori infection, among other conditions.
Do I need any preparation before the exam?+
Yes. A 12-hour fast and a specific diet the day before are required, with no fermentable foods. The complete prep guide is available as a downloadable PDF.
Information
Accepted insurance plans
We accept Unimed BH, Amil and others. We also accept self-pay with a receipt for reimbursement.
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