SIBO test results in days, not weeks.

Give your patients the relief they need without the wait. At Spark Health, we understand that Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) testing delays can be frustrating for both clinics and patients. That’s why we’ve developed an in-house lactulose breath testing service with a remarkable 1-2 day turnaround time—versus the typical 10-14 days required by external labs. Start seeing faster results, streamline your clinic’s workflow, and improve your patients’ experience by partnering with Spark Health.

  • Patients seeking answers for gut health challenges don’t want to wait weeks for results. Spark Health’s in-house SIBO testing provides answers in just 1-2 days, so your patients can begin their treatment sooner.

  • Our FDA registered, in-house lab is designed to deliver accurate results, backed by a team dedicated to quality and efficiency. We offer lactulose substrate for hydrogen and methane gas breath testing, with collections every 15 minutes (10 tubes total).

  • Long wait times often create patient anxiety and dissatisfaction, especially for patients following a restricted diet or extensive supplement regimen. Spark Health’s rapid results process leads to faster consultations, allowing patients to feel heard, supported, and on the path to healing.

  • Partnering with us means no more hassle with shipping kits and tracking outsourced labs. Our streamlined system keeps things simple and efficient, so you can focus on what you do best—providing excellent care.

    Once we receive your requisition form, patients can pick up their kit from our San Diego area office, or we will ship to them.  Completed kits can be dropped off or shipped back (label included).  Test results will be released into your provider portal within 2 business days of receipt.  Note that the full test fee must be paid before a test kit is picked up/shipped.  Unused kits can be returned for a refund, minus a $50 restocking fee. Shipping fees are $10 extra for 2-day USPS delivery.

Becoming a Partner Clinic Is Simple

  • Create a new account with Spark Health to access our in-house SIBO testing. [Download PDF Application] – Fill it out and return via fax or email.

  • Once your account is active, ordering tests is straightforward. You can conveniently access our testing services via your Charm Portal any time your patients require it.

  • Results are delivered directly to your Charm Portal in a fraction of the standard time. No more waiting for weeks—start patient treatment sooner.

Ready to Deliver Faster Results? Join the Spark Health SIBO Program

Partnering with us ensures that your patients don’t wait any longer than necessary for their test results. Download Application Form to get started, or Contact Us for more details about our SIBO testing program.

FAQ’s

  • At this time, we will only ship directly to the provider if the full test cost is paid upon ordering the kit ($250).  We do not provide free test kits for providers to hold in-office.

  • No, results will be available in the provider portal for sharing with the patient.  Results will be shared directly with patients if they request it.

  • No, we only offer lactulose breath testing, and providers must indicate that they are properly licensed to order the test (as lactulose requires prescriptive authority).

  • Yes, our Clinic Director is Available to Review Test Results Upon Appointment.  Just Call Our Main Office at 858-228-4188.

  • Test preparation instructions provided by the manufacturer (and included with the test kit) can be found here

  • We will include the test instructions that come from the manufacturer, which recommend a low FODMAP diet the day prior to the test collection, an overnight fast of 12 hours, and fasting during the 3-hour testing procedure.  A copy of the instructions the patient receives can be found here.  Providers certainly can modify test instructions by giving their patients a separate instruction sheet if desired, but all kits shipped to patients will also include the manufacturer version.

  • Sample reports can be found here.