Test Overview
Test Methodology

Infrared Spectrophotometry

Test Usage

Diagnostic testing for Helicobacter pylori infection in patients suspected to have active H pylori infection or for monitoring response to therapy

Reference Range *

Negative (reported as positive or negative).

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Test Details
Days Set Up
Sunday -Friday
Analytic Time

2 - 4 days

Soft Order Code
UBT
MiChart Code
H. pylori Breath Test
Synonyms
  • Pylori, Helicobacter Urea Breath Test
  • H. pylori Urea Breath Test
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo UBT (81590)
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions

Collect breath samples from a fasting patient using the Meridian Breath ID Specimen Collection Kit. Mix the (13)C-urea tablet. Dissolve the Citrica and the (13) C-Urea tablet in 150-200 mL of tap water in the provided drinking cup. Close the lid firmly using both hands, Place fingers on lid and shake thoroughly for a few minutes until the Citrica powder and the urea tablet are completely dissolved. Specimens will not be accepted for patients <3 years old.

Special Handling

Fasting specimen.

Rejection Criteria
Specimens will not be accepted for patients less than 3 years old.
Additional Information

Test sent to Mayo Medical Laboratories. Note that the fee for this test includes charges for the collection kit.

Billing
CPT Code
83013
Fee Code
36146
LOINC
11561-8
NY State Approved
No