SIBO and gut function testing in San Diego
A breath test for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), plus stool culture and parasitology when bloating, irregularity or other gut symptoms need a closer look.
What this test measures
- Hydrogen and methane gases after a lactulose drink (3-hour SIBO breath test)
- Beneficial and imbalanced gut flora, yeast and infections (stool culture)
- Parasites (parasitology)
Who it can help
- Bloating, gas or distension, especially after meals
- Constipation, diarrhea or both
- Gut symptoms that have not improved with diet changes
From first visit to a plan you can follow
- Integrative PhysicalYour doctor reviews your history and goals and decides whether this test, or a different one, will answer your questions.
- Breath test and stool kitDone at home with kits we provide, following the prep instructions.
- Results and your planYour doctor walks you through every result in a lab interpretation session and builds it into your personal Holistic Health Plan, with check-ins to track progress.
Before you test
- Diet prep before the breath test matters for accurate results
- Results guide targeted treatment rather than guesswork
- Often paired with microbiome testing
FAQs
Is the SIBO test invasive?
No. It is a breath test you do at home.
Do I need to be a member?
No. You can always book à la carte. Membership unlocks preferred pricing, member-only offers and events, and other perks.
Can I use my HSA, FSA or LSA?
Yes. HSA, FSA and LSA dollars are welcome for eligible care. Saffron & Sage is direct pay and does not bill insurance.
Find out what is really going on, then get a plan for it.
Testing is ordered by our licensed medical team after your Integrative Physical. A detailed overview of testing and pricing is given at your consultation.
This page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Testing is ordered when clinically appropriate. Medical services are provided by Kasawa Medical APC, dba Saffron & Sage MD.