TS46 : Breath Test for Detection of Helicobacter pylori

INFORMATION:

Alternate Name:

H.pylori - Breath Test

Methodology:

Molecular Correlation Spectrometry

Clinical Utility:

Helicobacter pylori is a gram-negative microaerophilic curved bacillus with an affinity for human gastric mucosa. H. pylori has been identified as an important pathogen in the upper GI tract. The casual relationship between H. pylori and chronic active gastritis, duodenal ulcers, and gastric ulcers has been well documented. H.pylori Breath tests provide a non-invasive method for detecting current H. pylori infection using urea breath analysis.

ORDERING:

Test Code:

TS46-3

Turnaround Time:

2 DAYS

Preferred Specimen:

Blue/Gray Breath Bag

Collection:

Container	Qty	Temp	Stability
Blue/Gray Breath Bag	1	Room Temp

Collection Instructions:

BBG: 1. Instruct patient to hold their breath for 4-5 seconds, and then exhale into the blue BASELINE breath sample bag. 2. Push the cap until it clicks. 3. Prepare the test drink by dissolving the citrica powder and the 13C-enriched urea tablet in 150 to 200 ml of tap water in the drinking cup provided. 4. A. Close the cup firmly using both hands. B. Mix until it is completely dissolved. 5. Open the lid and instruct patient to drink the entire solution using the straw within 2 minutes. 6. Wait 15 minutes. 7. Instruct patient to hold their breath for 4-5 seconds, and then exhale into the gray POST INGESTION breath sample bag. 8. Push the cap until it clicks. 9. Place both breath sample bags in the provided transport bag.

Storage Transport Instructions:

The filled Breath Sample Bags should be stored at 15-30 C protected from direct sunlight or sharp objects.

Specimen Comment:

This test is indicated for use as an aid in the initial diagnosis and post treatment monitoring of H.pylori infection in adult patients and pediatric patients ages 3-17 years old.

Patients with ages <3 years old cannot be tested using this test.