H. pylori & stomach health
H. pylori is a common stomach bacterium that can cause ulcers and long-term inflammation — and, over years, raise the risk of stomach cancer.
Signs to watch for
- Burning or gnawing upper-tummy pain
- Bloating, frequent burping
- Nausea or loss of appetite
- Unexplained weight loss (see a doctor promptly)
If symptoms are severe or persistent — or you notice bleeding or weight loss — see a doctor promptly.
Why a test helps
A simple test can tell whether you have an active infection now — so it can be treated — and, for those at risk, a blood panel can check the health of the stomach lining without a scope.
Tests that may be used
Your doctor decides which test is right for you. These are the GastroLab tests relevant to this concern:
H. pylori Quick Test 602015
A rapid urease test that reads active H. pylori infection directly from a gastric biopsy, at the scope.
Clinical details →Biotical H.pylori Stool Ag
A stool antigen test for H. pylori — a non-invasive option where endoscopy is not indicated.
Clinical details →GastroPanel Unified
A four-marker blood panel that pictures the health of the stomach mucosa — non-invasively.
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