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HelpTest Code HPYG Helicobacter pylori IgG
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB158
Epic Description: H. PYLORI ANTIBODY, IGG
Synonym
H.pylori IgG
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 4 X 0.5 mL | 3 X 0.5mL |
| Alternate Micropuncture | Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 4 X 0.5 mL | 3 X 0.5mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
OMCJH Immunology Lab
Assay Frequency
OMCJH: Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
OMCJH: 3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
86677