Helicobacter pylori Antigen Detection EIA (stool)

Test Code
HPYLAG


Alias/See Also
Performed at Sonora Quest Laboratory, test code 11939


CPT Codes
87338

Instructions
See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges.


Clinical Significance
Colonization with H. pylori is associated with increased risk of patients developing gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, and gastric adenocarcinoma. Stool antigen testing provides a sensitive measure of infection including during and after treatment. If the stool is unformed or watery, the sensitivity is reduced as the antigen concentration is diluted.

Unlike the H. pylori breath test, testing can be done on pediatric patients under the age of 3.


Additional Information
H. pylori Antigen, EIA, Stool


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.