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Test Code LABYUBT H. Pylori Urea Breath Test

Clinical Information

Diagnostic testing for Helicobacter pylori infection in patients suspected to have active infection or to monitor response to treatment.

Synonym

  • UBTB
  • UBT for H. pylori

Specimen Required

Preferred Container/Tube: Baseline Breath Sample Bag (Blue), Post ingestion Breath Sample Bag (Grey)
Acceptable Container/Tube: Baseline Breath Sample Bag (Blue), Post ingestion Breath Sample Bag (Grey)

Specimen Stability Information

Ambient: 14 days

Reference Values

Negative

Cautions

This test is not appropriate for asymptomatic patients.

Method Description

Infrared Spectrophotometry

Performing Lab

Clinical Lab University East

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

2 to 3 days

Reporting Name

H. Pylori Urea Breath Test

CPT Code Information

83013

LOINC Code Information

29891-9