Stool Ammonia Test Price | Lahalak Platform
Measures ammonia levels in stool to evaluate protein digestion efficiency and gut bacteria activity, helping identify potential malabsorption or bacterial overgrowth issues.
Scientific name: Stool Ammonia Test
A stool ammonia test is a quantitative measurement of the concentration of ammonia gas (NH3), a byproduct of protein metabolism in the intestines. Ammonia is primarily produced by intestinal bacteria (flora) that break down undigested proteins and urea, which reach the colon via bile. Elevated levels in stool may indicate increased activity of thes...
Service type
Laboratory test (Stool)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed analysis to measure the concentration of ammonia in a stool sample.
- Consult a gastroenterologist or nutritionist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Sample collection instructions: Collect the sample in the clean, sterile container provided by the laboratory. Avoid contaminating the sample with urine or toilet water. Take a sample from a different part of the stool.
- Delivery time: Ammonia is a volatile and variable compound. The sample must be delivered to the laboratory within two to four hours of defecation. If delivery is delayed, the sample must be refrigerated (4°C) and transported as quickly as possible.
- Stopping supplements: Consult your doctor about the possibility of temporarily stopping digestive enzyme supplements (such as pancreatic enzymes), probiotics, or medications that affect bowel motility two to three days before the examination.
- Diet: Your doctor may ask you to follow a specific diet (high or low protein) before the examination for specific diagnostic purposes. Follow the instructions carefully.
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