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Helicobacter pylori Faecal Antigen

Alternate Names
H. pylori faecal antigen
Laboratory
Referred Test
Specimen
Faeces
Container
Faecal Pot (Brown topped)
Collection Instructions
Collect on ice
Send to the laboratory as soon as possible
Additional Collection Instructions

Put the container into a small plastic bag and freeze immediately.

Do not let sample defrost while transporting it to the laboratory or collection centre.

Minimum Adult Volume
5mL
Minimum Paediatric Volume
1mL
Frequency
Daily
Test Code
HPAG
Container ID
CM, CMS
Opt. Container
Sterile container
Storage Instructions
Store frozen at -20°C
Additional (Storage) Instructions

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception

  • Store sample in Frozen (-20°C) sendaway tub.

Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions

  • Ensure samples are stored frozen prior to dispatch to Heidelberg Laboratory.
Transport Instructions
Transport frozen
Additional Transport Instruction

Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions

  • Forward samples to Heidelberg in BioFreeze Bottle.
Laboratory Notes

Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions

  • DO NOT REJECT SAMPLES IF THEY ARE NOT FROZEN. Freeze as soon as possible and note the time of freezing.

Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department

  • Forward samples to referral laboratory frozen.
External Laboratory
Biochemistry, St Vincent's Hospital Pathology