Duncan is told by Dr. Gurney, D.O. that he needs a breath test to see if excess carbon dioxide production is present. Which of the following conditions is Dr. Gurney testing for?
A)H) Pylori
B)Stomach cancer
C)Lung volume
D)Lung cancer

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The bacterium Helicobacter pylori can secrete toxins that increase the level of urease, which breaks down urea into ammonia and CO₂. A breath test is performed by a patient breathing into a special bag and sending it to a laboratory for analysis. It is a non-invasive way to help diagnose a patient with the bacteria.

Duncan Is Told by Dr