Stool Antigen Test
The stool antigen test detects H. pylori antigens in fecal samples with high sensitivity and specificity. Recent antibiotic or PPI use and gastrointestinal bleeding reduce the accuracy of the stool antigen test. The stool antigen test is s…
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The stool antigen test detects H. pylori antigens in fecal samples with high sensitivity and specificity. Recent antibiotic or PPI use and gastrointestinal bleeding reduce the accuracy of the stool antigen test. The stool antigen test is suitable for non-severe cases and for monitoring treatment efficacy. PCR techniques can be applied to stool samples to provide genetic information about the H. pylori strain.