Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
FaecesHelicobacter pylori stool antigen
Specimen Volume
At least 10g of formed/solid stool or 1mL of loose/liquid stool.Turnaround Time
Up to 7 daysSample Stability
If transport is delayed, sample must be refrigerated for up to 48 hoursGeneral Information
Stool specimens are required for H.pylori antigen testing. These must be received in a plain universal container or stool container. All other specimen types will be rejected.
For clinical advice, please contact the Clinical Microbiologist.
Information Sharing: If your sample needs to be referred or a notifiable disease is detected from your sample, your details and sample may be shared with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). This is a legal requirement. The UKHSA is sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care.
Specifications
- EQA Status: Labquality
- EQAS Scheme: Yes