H. pylori Antigen, Stool
Orderable by Ontario ND
Test
Clinical Utility
This microorganism, which can be found on the stomach mucosa of infected people, causes very frequent and mostly silent infections that can produce gastritis, gastric ulcers and other serious pathologies. This FDA-cleared, non-invasive test directly measures the antigen in stool (not antibodies) and is used for diagnosing Helicobacter pylori infections. It is also used for monitoring therapeutic efficacy during and after treatment.
Source: https://www.doctorsdata.com/h-pylori-antigen-stool/;Accessed 24-Oct-2016
Method
GC
Result Included
- Helicobacter pylori Stool Antigen
Aliases/Synonyms
Helicobacter pylori
Test Location
Doctor's Data
Specimen
Specimen Type
Stool
Volume
Sample Volume
20 mL
Minimum Volume
10 mL
Collection & Handling
Additional Information
A specimen collection kit is available. To order a kit online, please register or login. For assistance or more information, please click here to send us an email or call 416-422-3000 x 300.
For additional information refer to the Doctors Data website H. Pylori Antigen, stool
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 7 Days | 14 Days |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Ambient |
Sample Report
Turnaround Time
9 Days
Sample Report
Sample Report at external website.
Test Version
Last Updated
2022-05-09