What is it?

Reflux is a disease caused by the penetration of stomach acid into the esophagus and subsequently into the throat and nose area.

When should I get tested?

If you often have heartburn, sore throat, chronic cough, hoarseness or throat congestion, then this test is right for you.

What will the examination tell us?

The PEPTEST examination detects the presence of the enzyme pepsin in saliva and thus the penetration of gastric juices into the esophagus.

This is a non-invasive examination; in the morning before eating, drinking and brushing teeth, it is necessary to collect a saliva sample into a designated test tube. Instructions for saliva collection

What is the treatment?

A diet excluding alcohol, fatty foods, leavened pastries is necessary; also reducing smoking and body weight reduction.