Helicobacter pylori Antigen Detection test (HPSA) (DISCONTINUED)

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Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Screw cap container
Specimen Requirement
Stool
One teaspoon or about 10 mm³ of stool
Specimen Storage/Transport

​Refrigerate sample until transfer to laboratory. Do not freeze.

Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
1 - 3 days
Reference Value(s)
-
Testing Laboratory Location SGH
Laboratory Immunology/Serology
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
Mon – Fri: 0800 hrs - 1700 hrs
Saturday: 0800 hrs - 1200 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? No
Downtime Form

Virology & Serology Tests

Additional Information

​Stool specimens should be sent 2 weeks after discontinuation of therapy involving antimicrobials, proton pump inhibitors and bismuth preparations, as these are known to cause false-negative results if ingested within 2 weeks prior to stool testing.

Change History Notes

  • 29 Mar 2023 12:00 AM

    ​DISCONTINUED.

  • 03 Aug 2021 12:00 AM

    Updated Specimen Requirement, Specimen Storage / Transport, Day and Time Performed, Additional Information.

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Last Updated - 27 Jun 2025