Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) Antibodies Blood Test, IgA, IgG, and IgM

The H. pylori antibodies blood test aids in the diagnosis of acute and chronic H. pylori infections in patients with gastric and duodenal disease.

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Test Code: 163683

CPT Code: 86677(x3)

Also Known As: H pylori Antibodies; Anti-Campylobacter Antibodies; Anti-H pylori Antibodies

Methodology: H pylori IgA and IgM: enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA); H pylori IgG: chemiluminescence

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation: No special preparation required.

Test Results: 2-3 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

Aids in the diagnosis of acute and chronic H pylori infections in patients with gastric and duodenal disease. Current studies suggest that H pylori IgM testing should be performed concomitantly with H pylori IgA and/or IgG tests for accurate diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori infection.

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