Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG)

• The Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test is a diagnostic blood test used to detect the presence of antibodies against Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium that can infect the stomach lining and lead to conditions such as peptic ulcers and gastritis
• This Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test measures the levels of two specific types of antibodies, Immunoglobulin A (IgA) and Immunoglobulin G (IgG), to help determine if an individual has been exposed to or is currently infected with H. pylori

• Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test diagnose H. pylori infection
• Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test investigate the cause of chronic gastritis
• Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test aid in the diagnosis of peptic ulcers
• Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test monitor the effectiveness of treatment for H. pylori infection
• Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test assess risk factors for stomach cancer related to H. pylori infection

• Measurement of IgA antibodies specific to H. pylori
• Measurement of IgG antibodies specific to H. pylori
• Comprehensive analysis of the antibody levels to provide a clear picture of the infection status

• Positive IgA and/or IgG: Indicates current or past infection with H. pylori
• Negative IgA and IgG: Suggests no current or previous exposure to H. pylori
• Elevated IgA: Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test may indicate an active or recent infection
• Elevated IgG: Typically indicates a past infection or ongoing immune response to H. pylori

• Levels of IgA and IgG antibodies
• Interpretation of these levels to determine infection status
• Recommendations for further testing or treatment if necessary

Q. What is the Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test?
This Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test checks for antibodies in your blood that show if you have or had an infection with the H. pylori bacteria

Q. Why do I need the Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test?
If you have symptoms like stomach pain, nausea, or ulcers, this test can help find out if H. pylori is the cause

Q. How is the Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test done?
A blood sample is taken from your arm to measure the antibodies

Q. What do positive results mean on the Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test?
Positive results mean you have or had an infection with H. pylori

Q. Can a negative result completely rule out H. pylori infection?
Not always. Negative results mean there's no current or past infection, but other tests may be needed if symptoms persist

Q. Do I need to prepare for the Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test?
No special preparation is needed for this blood test

Q. How long does it take to get the results?
Results are usually available within a few days after the Helicobacter Pylori Antibodies Panel (IgA, IgG) Test is performed