H. Pylori Antibody Rapid Test (WB/Serum/Plasma)

Clinical Background

Infection by Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is recognized as the main cause of peptic and duodenal ulcers and as a major risk factor for gastric cancer. Over 80% of individuals infected with H. pylori are asymptomatic. Infected individuals have a 10-20% lifetime risk of developing peptic ulcers and a 1-2% risk of acquiring stomach cancer.

Intended Use

The H. Pylori Antibody Rapid Test (Colloidal Gold) is used for qualitative detection of Helicobacter pylori antibodies in human venous whole blood or serum and plasma in vitro.