Detection of H. pylori specific antigens in feces

Test description

Immuno rapid test on fecal samples.

Purpose of the test

• Detection of H. pylori antigens excreted in stool samples.
• Criteria for performing this test in the context of reference activities.
• Primary diagnosis of H. pylori infection or follow-up the effectiveness of eradication treatment.

Instructions for samples

Stool samples (min 1 cm³) in a dry container without additives and hermetically sealed.

Instructions for transport

Storage before shipping:

• Max 24 h at ambient temperature
• 72 h max at +4°C
• > 72 h (-20 to -80°C).

Unacceptable requests

• Sample unidentified
• Mandatory fields on the application form incomplete,
• Obvious storage or transport conditions not applied. 

Turn around time (and frequency of analysis)

• Analyses are performed once a week.
• The result is sent the week following receipt.

Reporting of test results

A protocol is sent to the requesting laboratory by post.