Test Code HPABSC H. Pylori Antibodies (IgA,IgG)
Additional Information
This test should only be performed on patients with symptoms suggestive of gastrointestinal disease. Performance characteristics correlate with pretest probability, and prevalence increases with age. This test has not been specifically evaluated in the pediatric population, a lower prevalence group. Please interpret results together with clinical and other diagnostic findings. Note that a positive result does not distinguish active infection from colonization by H. pylori.
Collection Container
Gel
Specimen Required
Gel Serum
Other Acceptable Specimen Types
Red top serum
Specimen Volume
1 mL
Minimum Specimen Volume
0.5 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
5 days refrigerated
Reasons for Rejection
Specimens not centrifuged within 24 hours, specimens older than 5 days.
Methodology
Lateral flow
Reference Ranges
Negative
LOINC Code
17859-0
EMR Interface Order Code
55425