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86677 Helicobacter pylori antibody

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: H. pylori antibody, Helicobacter pylori serology

Helicobacter pylori antibody detection measuring immune response to gram-negative bacterium associated with gastric ulceration.

Clinical Context

Detects Helicobacter pylori antibodies indicating current or prior infection. Used for initial screening; positive results typically confirmed with breath test or stool antigen.

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Specialties

GastroenterologyInfectious DiseasePathology

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