Hydrogen and Methane Breath Test: The Asian Neurogastroenterology and Motility Association Monograph

Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility 2026 Open access

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Authors: Yi Xiao, Kewin T H Siah, Mengyu Zhang, Benjamin Wei Rong Tay, Kee Huat Chuah, Victoria Tan, Yen Po Wang, Yingxuan Chen, Ling Liu, Uday C Ghoshal, Justin C Y Wu, Xiaohua Hou
DOI: 10.5056/jnm25185
Cited by: 1
References: 200

Abstract

Despite of the widespread use of hydrogen and methane breath test, the variability in testing protocols, gas measurement techniques, and interpretation criteria continues to challenge the reproducibility and comparability across centers, especially in the Asia-Pacific region. The Asian Neurogastroenterology and Motility Association hence presents the first Asian monograph guiding application and interpretation of breath test. The monograph was formulated according to the framework of indications, preparatory process, performance, and interpretation of results, as well as future direction for research.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Gastrointestinal motility and disorders Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection Digestive system and related health

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility
Publisher
The Korean Society of Neurogastroenterology and Motility
Volume
32
Issue
2
Pages
150–171
Publication date
9 April 2026
Language
EN