Do you suffer from IBS and want to know why?
The UNC Center for Functional GI and Motility Disorders is recruiting volunteer subjects with IBS, to participate in a health research study that is looking at a broad range of genetic and environmental factors that may cause or influence Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Participation requires either a single overnight visit (for out of state subjects) or two outpatient vists, at the UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill, during which you will complete:
The UNC Center for Functional GI and Motility Disorders is recruiting volunteer subjects with IBS, to participate in a health research study that is looking at a broad range of genetic and environmental factors that may cause or influence Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Participation requires either a single overnight visit (for out of state subjects) or two outpatient vists, at the UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill, during which you will complete:
- A 3.5 hour hydrogen breath test for bacterial overgrowth and lactose (milk) intolerance. You will also complete psychological and medical history questionnaires at the same time.
- A test of the sensitivity of your bowel by placing a small plastic tube (width of a pencil) with a balloon on it into your rectum, a basic blood count (CBC) and C-reactive protein test (which is a marker for inflammation).
- Taking a blood sample for basic blood count (CBC) and C-reactive protein test (which is a marker for inflammation)
- Taking another blood sample for genetic testing
Upon completion of the study you will receive $250 for your time and participation.