Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium that lives in the stomach and spreads from person to person, is an extremely widespread pathogen, found in half of the world's population.
30 minutes in totalFrom swallowing the capsule to your results in a single visit.
Immediate resultThe analyser evaluates the sample in minutes — no waiting for a lab.
Non-invasiveRoutine screening does not require a gastroscopy.
Over 95% accuracyAlso suitable for a check-up after a course of antibiotics.
Eight situations when it is worth having the test
When is the Helicobacter breath test recommended?
Helicobacter pylori is one of the main risk factors for stomach ulcers, duodenal ulcers and stomach cancer. In the following cases, it is worth finding out whether the bacterium is present.
Recurring stomach complaints
For frequent bloating, nausea or recurring upper abdominal pain, to rule out a bacterial infection.
A burning sensation in the upper stomach
For regular heartburn and excess stomach acid, to find out whether a pathogen is behind it.
Family medical history
If there is a family history of stomach ulcers or stomach cancer, screening is particularly recommended.
Suspected ulcer disease
If inflammation or an ulcer has been diagnosed, to confirm the presence of the bacterium quickly and accurately.
Follow-up after treatment
After completing a course of antibiotics, to check that the infection has cleared and the treatment has worked.
Unexplained iron deficiency
If you have an absorption disorder or iron deficiency: the infection can prevent nutrients from being properly used.
Complaints in children
In case of loss of appetite or delayed development — the test is painless for children too.
Preventive screening
Even without symptoms: to reduce the risk of more serious digestive diseases.
Does any of these situations sound familiar? The test takes half an hour, and you receive the result before you leave the clinic.
This list is for information only and does not replace an examination by a specialist. The test is currently available at our Budapest (District XIII), Dombóvár and Miskolc centres. If you have any questions, call us: 06-1-413-2500 (H–P 9–17).
Three reasons that make the decision easier
Why choose the breath test at Endomedix?
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Fast and accurate results
The test takes just 30 minutes, and you receive the result immediately, within minutes. Modern instrument technology detects the presence of the bacterium with outstanding precision, so you get a clear picture of your health without waiting.
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Completely painless
The test is non-invasive and involves no medical procedure or discomfort. Routine screening does not require a gastroscopy: all you need to do is swallow a single capsule and breathe into a card — ideal for children and older people too.
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Comprehensive specialist support
If the result is positive, we will not leave you on your own: our colleagues will immediately help you book an appointment with one of our experienced gastroenterologists. Our experts prescribe the necessary treatment and guide you through your recovery with personalised advice.
The road to recovery
The test process step by step
Four steps, half an hour in total — and at the end, the certified report is in your hands.
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Preparation and arrival
An empty stomach is the key to a successful test, so do not eat anything for 4 hours before the test begins. When you arrive, our assistants explain every step of the process in detail and prepare you for the painless measurement.
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Taking the capsule and waiting
As the first step, you swallow a special capsule labelled with the C-14 isotope with a little water. This is followed by a wait of roughly 15–20 minutes, during which the active substance reacts with any bacteria that may be present in the stomach.
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Breath sample and analysis
Once the waiting time is over, you breathe into a special breath card. We place the sample straight into an analyser, which detects the presence of the pathogen within minutes and with exceptional accuracy — so you do not have to wait days for a lab result.
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Immediate result and consultation
After the analysis, you receive the certified report straight away. If the test is positive, our colleagues help you book a specialist consultation, where our gastroenterologist recommends a targeted course of medication to clear the infection for good.
What you should know about Helicobacter pylori
Did you know?
Five questions and answers about the bacterium and the C-14 breath test.
Did you know that almost half of the world's population is infected?
Helicobacter pylori is one of the most common human infections and can go unnoticed in the body for a long time. Although many people have no symptoms, the bacterium keeps the stomach lining constantly inflamed, which, if left untreated, can lead to more serious complications.
Did you know that this bacterium is responsible for more than 80% of stomach ulcers?
It used to be thought that ulcers were caused solely by stress or spicy food. It has since been proven that Helicobacter pylori is the main cause. By targeting and eliminating the bacterium (eradication), ulcer disease can not only be treated but cured for good.
Did you know that early detection can be life-saving?
The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified Helicobacter pylori as a Group I carcinogen. Clearing the infection significantly reduces the risk of stomach cancer, so screening is recommended even without symptoms if there is a family history of the disease.
Did you know that the infection can also cause developmental problems in childhood?
The bacterium does not only affect adults: in children, infection often leads to loss of appetite and iron deficiency, and in turn to reduced performance or delayed growth. With the painless breath test, the infection can be confirmed quickly and safely in children too.
Did you know that the accuracy of the C-14 breath test exceeds 95%?
This modern, non-invasive procedure is one of the most reliable methods of detecting the bacterium. It does not require a gastroscopy, yet gives an extremely precise result within minutes. It is also ideal for checking whether a course of antibiotics has worked, so that we can be sure of complete recovery.
You won't be left alone after your results
Our experts help you recover
If you have unexplained stomach or abdominal complaints, or if the test confirms a Helicobacter pylori infection, book a personal consultation with one of our gastroenterologists. Endomedix is Hungary's leading private gastroenterology provider, with centres in many parts of the country — so care without waiting lists is easy to reach.
Our specialists do more than just make a diagnosis: based on your results, they draw up a personalised treatment plan to eliminate the bacterium for good (eradication). An accurate diagnosis is only the first step — specialist follow-up and targeted medication are essential for complete recovery.
The examination fee can, of course, also be paid from your health fund account — our colleagues will be happy to give you the details. Endomedix's partner can be found here.
Health fund accountThe breath test and specialist consultation fees can both be paid from your health fund account.
