Laboratory Services
H. pylori Antigen Test
Print this pageUpdated Test Information:
| Test Description |
H. pylori Antigen Test
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|---|---|---|
| Synonym(s) |
Peptic Ulcer, Gastritis, H pylori Antigen, Stool Antigen, Helicobacter pylori |
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| Test ID |
HPYLORI
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| General Information |
Establish the presence and possible etiologic role of Helicobacter pylori in cases of chronic gastric ulcer, gastritis, duodenal ulcer, dyspepsia, etc |
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| Specimen Type |
Stool |
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| Specimen Requirements |
Stool specimen |
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| Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
Collect fecal specimen into a clean, airtight container or Cary-Blair transport, C&S transport. |
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| Minimum Sample Volume |
1 g stool, 1 mL liquid stool |
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| Additional Processing Details |
Test verified for Stool specimens only |
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| Stability |
Ambient: 96 hours |
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| Unacceptable Specimen Conditions |
Unacceptable specimen transport device (O&P transport, formalin-based fixative, PVA, alcohol-based fixative), colonoscopy specimens, improper labeling, prolonged delay in transport |
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| Methodology |
Immunoassay |
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| Estimated TAT |
1-2 days |
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday |
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| CPT Code(s) |
87338 |
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| Reference Range |
H.pylori Antigen not detected |
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| Reflex Conditions |
None |
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| Performing Lab |
Incyte Diagnostics |
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| LOINC Code(s) |
17780-8 |
