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2088. Helicobacter pylori (protein CagA), IgA antibodies
Description
The test detects specific IgA antibodies produced in response to infection of the gastric and duodenal mucosa with a CagA-positive H. pylori strain.
CagA-positive H. pylori strain increases the risk of developing peptic ulcers and gastric malignancies.
When and who needs the test?
- If H. pylori infection is diagnosed.
- If there is a family history of peptic ulcer disease or gastric malignancy.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach;
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...