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Helicobacter pylori Culture
Test CodeHBPCL
Alias/See Also
16597
CPT Codes
87081, 87205
Preferred Specimen
3 mm Gastric/Antral or Duodenal biopsy collected in Brucella broth or Trypticase Soy Broth (TSB) with 10-20% glycerol
Minimum Volume
Any amount
Other Acceptable Specimens
Gastric/Antral or Duodenal brushings collected in Brucella broth or Trypticase Soy Broth (TSB) with 10-20% glycerol • Gastric/Antral or Duodenal biopsy or brushings collected in Brucella or Trypticase Soy Broth (TSB) without glycerol, or non-bacteriostatic saline
Transport Temperature
Brucella broth or equivalent with glycerol:
Frozen -70° C
Broth with or without glycerol, or sterile non-bacteriostatic saline:
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Frozen -70° C
Broth with or without glycerol, or sterile non-bacteriostatic saline:
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
Specimens with glycerol
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen -20° C: Unacceptable
Frozen -70° C: 5 days
All other specimens
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen -20° C: Unacceptable
Frozen -70° C: 5 days
All other specimens
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Transport swab with or without gel • Stool
Methodology
Culture
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: 8-10 days after receipt at the performing laboratory. Add two (2) days for transport.
Reference Range
Gram Stain: No curved Gram-negative bacilli seen
Culture: No Helicobacter pylori isolated
Culture: No Helicobacter pylori isolated
Clinical Significance
Helicobacter pylori has been associated with peptic ulcer disease and cancers of the gastrointestinal tract.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute |
14225 Newbrook Drive |
Chantilly, VA 20153 |
Last Updated: August 4, 2023