Heidelberg test
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heidelberg-test-196-2598983
title:
Heidelberg test
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The Heidelberg test is a medical diagnostic test used in the diagnosis of hypochlorhydria, i.e. insufficient hydrochloric acid in the stomach, hyperchlorhydria, achlorhydria, and for suspected bile reflux. When performing the Heidelberg test, the patient swallows a small electronic device about the size of a vitamin capsule. This device tracks acid levels in the stomach as the patient swallows small amounts of baking soda, which neutralises the hydrochloric acid in the stomach. If the acid level
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Medical diagnostic test
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heidelberg_test
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2023-03-12T16:46:57Z
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