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H. pylori, IgG Abs

Test Code
162289


Alias/See Also
Anti-; H. pylori; , IgG; Helicobacter pylori Antibodies


CPT Codes
86677

Preferred Specimen
Serum


Minimum Volume
0.5mL


Transport Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube


Transport Temperature
Maintain specimen at room temperature.


Specimen Stability
14 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination


Methodology
Chemiluminescence

Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday - 2nd shift




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.