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Helicobacter pylori, Urea Breath Test

Labcorp

Broadest draw-site network nationwide.

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Helicobacter pylori, Urea Breath Test

Quest Diagnostics

Same-day appointments in most metros.

Sample type: Breath
Avg. sample processing time: 5 Business days
Require fasting: No

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Helicobacter pylori, Urea Breath Test

$121.49

Description

This test checks for H. pylori, a bacterium linked to stomach issues like ulcers and chronic gastritis. Using a non-invasive breath analysis, the PyloPlus® UBT can detect current infections of H. pylori without the need for invasive procedures.

What patients is this test right for?

This test is suitable for individuals experiencing symptoms of upper GI tract issues, including:

Stomach pain or discomfort
Bloating
Nausea
Heartburn
Unexplained weight loss

Included biomarkers

Biomarkers

Helicobacter pylori, Urea Breath Test

Preparation

Labcorp

This test is coming soon at Labcorp.

Quest Diagnostics

Use of antimicrobials, proton pump inhibitors, or bismuth preparations (pepto-bismol, pylorid, tritec, De-Nol, etc.) within two weeks before administering the PyloPlus® UBT test may cause a false negative result. However, a positive result is still valid.
Fast for at least one hour before collection of baseline breath sample.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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