Test Code LAB10203 Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) ID
Department
IMMUNOLOGY
Collection Requirements
Call 583-6755 for tissue biopsy collection media. Two (2) specimens are recommended (from the immediate prepyloric area and a second specimen from the proximal antrum on the lesser curvature). Specimens should be obtained from normal appearing mucosa.
Primary Collection Container
H. pylori Tissue Media
Transport
Ambient
Preferred Transport Temperature
Ambient
Stability
Ambient: 24 hours
Reference Range
Negative
Methodology
Ammonia pH change
Performed
Sunday – Saturday
6:00 am – 3:00 pm
Reported
24 Hours
CPT Codes
87081
Unacceptable Conditions
Specimens more than 24 hours old.
Patients should not use antibiotics and bismuth for several weeks prior to collection.
Patients should not have received proton pump inhibitor (ex. Omeprazole or Lansoprazole).