Test Principle
This test is used to confirm colonization of the gastric mucosa by the bacteria Helicobacter Pylori. It detects bacterial antigens in stool and when positive indicates an active infection. H. Pylori has been associated with over 95% of hyperacidity conditions.
Diseases /Conditions :
- Gastritis
- Hyperacidity
- Esophagitis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Gastric Ulcer
- Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastric Cancer
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Sample:
Stool
Test Type:
Serological Test
Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT)
Equipment:
Stool Container, Test cassettes, Buffer
Procedure:
- To populate
Results /Reference Range:
Negative or Positive for H. Pylori