Helicobacter pylori Stool Antigen

Specimen Container

Cup without Preservatives

Specimen Collection Type

Stool

Minimum Volume To Collect (Ml)

0.5g

Pediatric Volume To Collect (Ml)

0.5g

Stability

Ambient Stability: Unable
Refrig Stability: 7 days
Frozen Stability: Unable

Unacceptable Conditions

Preservatives,
Swabs,
Transport media

Preferred Transportation Temperature

REFRIGERATED

Remarks

Antibiotics, proton pump inhibitors and bismuth preparations may suppress H. pylori, giving a false negative result. In these cases, a new fecal specimen should be collected and tested 14 days after treatment has stopped. Positive results from these patients are still valid.

Performed

Mon-Sat

Reported

Same day

Methodology

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay

Lab Department

Core

Testing Location

IHC

Synonyms

HpSA
H pylori Surface Antigen
H. pylori Surface Antigen
Helicobacter pylori
HP Surface Antigen
Campylobacter pylori
H. pylori
H pylori
H. pylori Antigen, Stool
H pylori Antigen, Stool

Test OR Panel

Test

Misc Instructions

If time from collection to testing will be more than 7 days, freeze specimen

CPT Codes

87338

LOINC

80373-4

Streamlined Online Payments

Simplify payments with our user-friendly online system. Quick, secure, and hassle-free. Experience convenience with every click.

Instant Confirmation, Every Time

Receive instant payment confirmations for peace of mind. Swift transactions, reliable updates. Elevate your payment experience with us.

24 / 7 Payment Access

Access our online payment portal anytime, anywhere. Your bills, your schedule. Experience the freedom of 24/7 payment convenience.