What sample is required?
Collection of a stool sample that at any time of the day
Is some kind of prior preparation necessary?
For this test you do not need any special preparation.
Why do the analysis?
To diagnose a Helicobacter pylori infection, a bacterium that can cause peptic ulcers; to determine if treatment has cured the infection.
When to do the analysis?
When symptoms typical of an ulcer occur, such as gastrointestinal pain, unexplained weight loss, and nausea or vomiting; approximately 4-6 weeks after completing treatment for the infection.