The H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) breath test is a simple and safe test used to detect an active H. pylori infection.

What is H. pylori?

Helicobacter pylori (or H. pylori) is a bacteria that can infect the stomach or duodenum (first part of the small intestine). If left untreated, H. pylori bacteria can cause gastritis (an inflammation or irritation of the stomach lining) and duodenal or gastric ulcers. In addition, infection with H. pylori increases the risk of other diseases and is also a risk factor for gastric cancer.

Accurate detection of H. pylori is the first step toward curing stomach and intestinal ulcers, and preventing the development of more serious gastrointestinal problems.

H. Pylori, IgG Abs is used to diagnose a Helicobacter Pylori infection. Helicobacter Pylori is a bacteria which is most primarily found in the gut.

The oipA (outer inflammatory protein A) virulence factor is a genetic marker associated with more aggressive strains of Helicobacter pylori. Its presence helps evaluate the inflammatory potential of an H. pylori infection and the likelihood of gastric irritation or tissue damage.