Stomach Ulcer Test

The Kara Rapid Stomach Ulcer Test works by detecting the presence of the Helicobacter bacteria (H. pylori) in a person’s stomach, a common cause of stomach ulcers.

The test involves collecting a small stool sample via the collection tube supplied. The sample is mixed with the liquid buffer in the collection tube, two drop of the extracted specimen is then added to the test cassette, and the results are read after 10 minutes.

If the test comes back positive, it means that the patient is infected with H. pylori bacteria and may need further treatment.

Note: The test will not check for peptic or duodenal ulcer.

For people who have stomach/gastrointestinal problems for which H. pylori is a common. Early detection can help to prevent serious complications such as stomach cancer. Rapid testing for H. pylori is much quicker and more accurate than traditional testing methods such as endoscopy and biopsy. Once diagnosed, H. pylori can be treated with antibiotics and proton pump inhibitors. Rapid testing can help to speed up the treatment process, which can be beneficial for patients. Testing for H. pylori can help to facilitate faster diagnosis and treatment, leading to better health outcomes for patients. The test is highly accurate with an overall accuracy of 97.8%

This pack contains:

1 x test cassette

A specimen collection tube with liquid buffer

Stool specimen collection paper

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