Prima Home Test Helicobacter pylori 1 pcs

Top-quality rapid test for the detection of antibodies to Helicobacter pylori (HP). The test is designed for self-testing. It is performed from a drop of blood. It serves as an aid to early identification of possible HP infection. The limiting concentration is 15 AU/mL. Helicobacter pylori is a bacterium whose ideal environment is the human gastric mucosa. The infection is often asymptomatic but can sometimes cause gastritis and ulceration in the stomach or duodenal segment of the small intestine. The most common symptoms of these conditions are heartburn or pain in the upper abdomen, especially at midday or early in the morning when the stomach is empty. Other associated symptoms include nausea, a feeling of fullness, reflux, loss of appetite, burping, weight loss and diarrhea. Ulcers can sometimes bleed, causing anemia in the long term. In the long term, infection with H. pylori associated with an increased risk of stomach cancer. When the body comes into contact with an infection, the immune system produces specific antibodies (IgG) to clear the infection. The easiest way to detect an infection is to check for the presence of antibodies that have formed. The HELICOBACTER PYLORI TEST can detect the presence of these antibodies within minutes.

When can the test be used?
HELICOBACTER PYLORI TEST is recommended to use, when typical symptoms of gastric Helicobacter pylori infection are present, like stomach pain, heartburn, nausea, a feeling of fullness, burping, loss of appetite, diarrhea and weight loss. The test can be performed at any time of the day. If you're on medication, advise, Please, with your doctor, to check, whether medication, that you're using, does not alter IgG levels in the bloodstream.
Could the result be incorrect?
The result is correct if the instructions are followed carefully. However, the result may not be correct if the test cartridge comes into contact with other liquids before use, if part of the dilution solution is accidentally spilled, if the amount of blood is not sufficient, or if the number of drops dispensed into the well is greater than 3.
How should I interpret the test result if the colour intensity of the lines in the test and control areas of the test differs?
The colour and intensity of the lines are not important for the interpretation of the result. The lines must be full and homogeneous. The test is positive regardless of the intensity of the line colour in the T-strip test area.
Is the result reliable if I read it after more than 5 minutes?
No. The test must be read 5 minutes after testing is completed.
What should I do if the result is positive?
A positive result means that the level of specific antibodies to Helicobacter pylori belonging to the IgG class is equal to or greater than 15 AU/mL. The test does not differentiate between an ongoing infection or a past infection, so consult your doctor and show him the test result. Your doctor will decide which other tests you should have and advise you accordingly.
What should I do if the result is negative?
A negative result means that the level of specific antibodies against Helicobacter pylori belonging to the IgG class is lower than the standard. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
How accurate is the helicobacter pylori test?
The test is very accurate. Evaluation reports show agreement rates with reference methods above 87% (CI 95%: 80,4 - 93,6 %).