What's measured?
H. Pylori Stool Ag
Helicobacter pylori is a type of bacteria that is known to be a major cause of peptic ulcer disease. H. pylori testing detects an infection of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract caused by the bacteria.
H. pylori is very common, especially in developing countries. The bacteria are present in (colonize) the stomachs and intestines of as many as 50% of the world's population. Most of those affected will never have any symptoms, but the presence of H. pylori increases the risk of developing ulcers (peptic ulcer disease), chronic gastritis, and gastric (stomach) cancer. The bacteria decrease the stomach's ability to produce mucus, making the stomach prone to acid damage and peptic ulcers.
How this test is measured
This test measures levels of H. pylori in your intestinal tract by taking a stool sample.
How to test for H. pylori at home?
Everyone should get themselves tested for H. pylori. Early detection is invaluable if you want to avoid developing stomach cancer and other digestive problems.
Diagnose at Home remains committed to providing you with flexible access to the healthcare services you need. Whether you work a demanding job, live far from a clinic or can’t find time to get to the doctor, we’ve created an easier way for you to test for H. pylori from your home. Our test eliminates the need for you to visit a clinic to get diagnosed.
Getting tested is easy
- Start by ordering the test from our website
- Your H. pylori home test kit will be mailed to you following your initial order
- Once received, follow the instructions included with your kit
- Capture your stool sample in the provided sample container
- Mail the kit back to us and wait for your results
- A few days later you’ll be contacted by an online nurse who will deliver your confidential test results, via phone or email
- Test results will also be posted on our secure online portal.
Why should you care about H. pylori?
H. pylori limits the effectiveness of your stomach to produce the mucus it needs. Mucus plays an important role in your stomach’s ability to digest food, but it also protects it from acid damage and peptic ulcers.
Digestive conditions greatly decrease your quality of life. Conditions caused by H. pylori are no different. This harmful bacteria often goes undiagnosed until it’s too late and is one of the leading causes of peptic ulcers and stomach cancer.
Why choose your H. pylori stool test over a blood test?
You can test for H. pylori using blood, breath and stool tests. On average, breath and stool tests provide more accurate results than blood tests and are better at showing active H. pylori infections.
Our H. pylori test is easy to use, provides you with a flexible method of detection, and can alert you to potentially dangerous conditions before it’s too late.
An H. pylori test that offers more
The Diagnose at Home H. pylori test will help you diagnose abnormal bacterial levels in your body.
But there’s more.
We also offer extensive healthcare support to our at-home testing kit customers. Whether you need medical advice after you receive your test results, a full treatment plan, or a referral to a specialist, our team of doctors are ready to assist you however they can. With Diagnose at Home. You’ll never be alone on your journey to wellness.
Check for H. pylori before it’s too late. Order our accurate H. pylori test at home today.