About Our Helicobacter Pylori Testing
Specialized diagnostic testing for Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) bacterial infection. This rapid testing done through the finger prick blood collection method. It helps quickly detect the pathogen. Test suits all genders and all age groups.
Infections Screened For:
- Helicobacter Pylori
Why Request H. Pylori Testing From Number One Lab?
Number One Lab — Your Trusted Lab Services Vendor
Number One Lab is a trusted vendor of laboratory testing service lines. We’ve been on the market for years delivering accurate testing results and superior experience to our customers as well as excellent partnership outcomes to healthcare providers. With CLIA-certified locations, market-best equipment, and the latest industry practices, we are ready, willing, and able to assist you on any related matter.
What is Our Helicobacter Pylori Test Panel and How is It Conducted?
It’s a test that targets the specific pathogen that triggers diseases of the digestive system — H. Pylori. Our certified medical providers get a specimen from you, label it, and transfer it to laboratory areas. Once the results are received, we will issue them to you via email. You may also get a paper-based copy of the results at reception.
Common Symptoms Of Digestive Health Diseases
Here is a list of frequent symptoms that a person may experience shortly after getting infected
- Watery Diarrhea
- Stomach Cramps Or Pains
- Nausea Or Vomiting
- Fever
- Excess Gas
- Bloating
- Change In Bowel Habits
- Swallowing Problems
Why H. Pylori Is So Hard To Deal With?
H. Pylori Develops Easily
H. Pylori easily spread through direct contact with an infected person’s saliva, vomit, or stool. It’s estimated that the overall prevalence of H. pylori is about 56.9%, which means more than half the population have experienced the infection at least once in their lifetime.
H. Pylori Leads to Severe Complications
H. Pylori usually manifests symptoms within days to weeks. The developed infection leads to dasymptomatic chronic gastritis, chronic dyspepsia, duodenal ulcer disease, B-cell lymphoma, and other condition. That’s why it’s so crucial to conduct timely testing.
FAQ
Yes, your healthcare provider most likely will advise you to have H. Pylori checks before and during the pregnancy.
Bloating, nausea, and indigestion are primary indicators.
It’s highly recommended to have scheduled testing on an annual basis or more frequently if necessary. Urgent testing in case of experiencing symptoms of gastro disease is also crucial.
While this condition may not be the primary reason for the fatal case, it is the strongest risk factor for gastric cancer and an array of other potentially fatal conditions.