Helicobacter pylori infection is the most common cause of stomach ulcers. H. pylori colonizes the stomach and duodenum. It can damage the mucosa and lead to the formation of erosions, which, if left untreated, can turn into ulcers. Stomach ulcers cause unpleasant symptoms and are potentially life-threatening: they can perforate the walls of the stomach or turn into cancer.
When should the test be performed?
- Testing for H. pylori is recommended for anyone with peptic (stomach or duodenal) ulcer, an unexplained stomach pain, bloating, heartburn, vomiting or nausea.
- H. pylori fecal test is especially recommended for children since it’s painless and non-invasive.
- If a patient is H. pylori positive, the related family members are recommended to get tested.
- Patients tested positive for H. pylori should repeat the stool test after finishing the medication to ensure the treatment was effective.
What is the accuracy of the test?
The conducted clinical trials indicate that the results obtained with the Helicobacter Fecal Test are 99.9% consistent with the results obtained with the laboratory methods. Such high accuracy is the result of using specific monoclonal antibodies targeting H. pylori bacterium.
What if my test is positive?
When the test is positive, you should visit your doctor for a final diagnosis and consult about starting treatment. Home diagnostics for the presence of Helicobacter pylori bacteria should be carried out at least once a year, because, as in the case of other diseases, early diagnosis guarantees faster healing.
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