Test Code H. pylori Rapid Urease H. pylori detection
Specimen and Container/Tube
Endoscopic tissue biospy
H. pylori Rapid Urease Test slides obtained from Microbiology Lab (773-702-6133).
Collection Instructions
UCMC Collection Instructions
Specimen Collection: Surgically obtained; see instructions on H. pylori Rapid UreaseTest Kit.
Specimen Volume and Container: H. pylori Rapid Urease Test Kit
Specimen Transport: Label each slide with date and time of inoculation. Send inoculated sample on H. pylori Rapid Urease test slide to the lab.
Specimen Handling and Transport Instructions
Transport Instructions
See UCMC Collection Instructions
Reference Values
Negative
Critical Values
N/A
Turnaround Time
Day(s) Performed
24/7
STAT DAY(S) AND TIME(S) PERFORMED
Not Available
Test Components
Endoscopic tissue biospy
Methodology
Detection of urea production.
CPT Codes
87077
LOINC Codes
30087077
Last Reviewed Date
04/17/2025
Additional Information
Call 773-702-6133 for H. pylori Rapid Urease Test slides. Label each slide with date and time of inoculation. Send inoculated sample on H. pylori Urease Test slide to the lab.