Test Name: Helicobacter pylori antibodies 
Alternate Test Names  
PLS Test Code HPAN  Laboratory Microbiology 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Serum 
Container Serum Separator Tube (SST)  Container colour White 
Multiple specimens  
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges  
Turnaround Time Routine 4 Days  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Twice weekly  Transport 4 degrees C (On Ice) 
Special Requirements None 
Patient Preparation None 
Collection Instructions Venepuncture. 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory No 
Ref Laboratory Name N/A, Tel:  
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 12-Jun-2008 (Version: 1.01)