CLO

What does "CLO" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"CLO" in the context of medicine typically refers to "Campylobacter-like organism" test. This is a simple breath test that doctors use to detect infections in the stomach, specifically an infection caused by a bacteria called Helicobacter pylori. This bacteria can cause conditions like stomach ulcers and stomach inflammation. The test is called "CLO" because the bacteria resembles a type of bacteria known as Campylobacter.

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