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HelpTest Code HPYLO AG Helicobacter pylori Antigen, Stool
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Sterile Container
Specimen Draw Volume
5.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Collect fresh, unpreserved stool in a clean, leak-proof sterile container.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 72 hours, Frozen: Indefinitely
Performed Test Frequency
Weekdays
Methodology
Immunoassay
CPT(s)
87338
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology
Cerner Test Code
Hpylori AgRejection Criteria
Rejection Criteria: Stool received in transport media. Specimen other than stool received.