AHPG:ANTI HELICOBACTER PYLORI IgG
MRP - ₹ 1,800
What is a AHPG:ANTI HELICOBACTER PYLORI IgG?
AHPG: Anti-Helicobacter pylori IgG is a blood test that detects IgG antibodies against Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), a bacterium associated with gastritis, peptic ulcers, and certain stomach-related complications. The test is used to identify evidence of previous exposure or infection. It may support evaluation when H. pylori infection is suspected, although a positive IgG result cannot reliably distinguish an active infection from a past infection.
Additional Information
| Also known as/ Other names: | Helicobacter pylori IgG Antibody Test, H. pylori IgG Test, Anti-H. pylori IgG Antibody, Helicobacter pylori Serology – IgG |
| Parameters: | 1 |
| Recommended for: | M/F/Others |
| Sample Type: | Blood |
| Patient Preparation: | No prior preparation is needed |
| Reports: | Next Day |
FAQs
IgG stands for immunoglobulin G, a type of antibody produced by the immune system. IgG antibodies can remain detectable for a long time after exposure or infection.
A positive result indicates that antibodies against H. pylori have been detected. It may indicate current or previous exposure, but it does not reliably confirm an active infection.
Not necessarily. IgG antibodies can remain present after the infection has been cleared, so a positive result cannot reliably distinguish active infection from previous exposure.
A negative result means detectable antibodies were not found according to the laboratory's reference range. However, very recent infection may not always produce detectable antibodies.
Yes. H. pylori infection is an important cause of peptic ulcers because it can damage the stomach's protective lining and contribute to inflammation.
Yes. H. pylori can cause chronic inflammation of the stomach lining, known as gastritis, which may sometimes lead to digestive symptoms or complications.
