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Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) Antibodies Blood Test, IgM

The Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) Antibodies Blood Test, IgM, is used to diagnose early H pylori infection in patients with gastric and duodenal disease.

Sample Report

Test Code: 163204

CPT Code: 86677

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

Methodology: Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation: No special preparation required.

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

Description

Diagnose early H pylori infection in patients with gastric and duodenal disease. Circulating antibodies to H pylori are predominantly of the IgG class. A systemic response of the IgA type is usually less pronounced but, if significant, may indicate a more severe inflammation. A few patients develop only antibodies to IgA. Antibodies to IgM, although rare, may indicate an early infection.

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