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Test Details

Helicobacter Pylori Culture

General Info:

Description:

The Helicobacter pylori culture test detects the bacterium H. pylori that causes peptic ulcers, chronic gastritis, and stomach cancer. Healthcare professionals employ this test when there is a suspicion of H. pylori infection leading to gastroduodenal diseases and certain extraintestinal disorders. This test is advised during endoscopies and to manage patients with persistent infection post-therapy.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Biopsy

Container Type: 

CVS & ST: Sterile container with transport medium

Volume: 

1 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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