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H. pylori Breath Test

Alternate Names
Helicobacter pylori breath test
SoftLab Order Code
HPYBT
Epic Order Name
H. pylori Breath Test
Epic Order ID
LAB3750
Laboratory

Cary

Additional Test Information

Collection kits are available from Specimen management.

Collection may be performed at any WakeMed outpatient facility.

Sample Type
Breath test kit
Collection Container

One blue sample bag labeled "baseline" and one "post ingestion" (gray) sample bag

Collecting Volume
One pre- and one post-ingestion breath sample
Storage or Stability
Ambient
Causes for Rejection
Rubber banding the bags, no cap on breath bag, placing heavy items on bags may force air out
Patient Preparation

The patient should fast for at least one hour prior to testing

Availability

Batched once daily Monday - Saturday

TAT
83013
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