ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Helicobacter pylori Antibodies, IgG & IgA : 0050994

Mnemonic: PYLORI PAN

Methodology: Semi-Quantitative Enzyme Immunoassay
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum separator tube, lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), or green (sodium or lithium heparin).

Specimen Preparation: Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 0.5 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.1 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Unacceptable Conditions: Contaminated, heat-inactivated, hemolyzed, or severely lipemic specimens.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)
Reference Interval:
 
Test Number Components Reference Interval
0099359Helicobacter pylori Antibody, IgG 1.7 EV or less: Negative - No significant level of IgG antibody to H. pylori detected.
1.8-2.2 EV: Equivocal - Repeat testing in 10-14 days may be helpful.
2.3 EV or greater: Positive - IgG antibody to H. pylori detected, suggestive of previous exposure or active infection.
0050995Helicobacter pylori Antibody, IgA 1.7 EV or less: Negative - No significant level of IgA antibody to H. pylori detected.
1.8-2.2 EV: Equivocal - Repeat testing in 10-14 days may be helpful.
2.3 EV or greater: Positive - IgA antibody to H. pylori detected, suggestive of active infection.
 
CPT Code(s): 86677 H. pylori IgG; 86677 H. pylori IgA
Cross References: Camplyobacter (Helicobacter pylori Antibodies, IgG & IgA)
 
 

 

 

 
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