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There are several tests that can indicate presence of Helicobacter Pylori and the blood test is less accurate than any other... There are biopsy test, Urea breath test, and stool antibody tests... Biopsy test is the most reliable, but is invasive, requires experise and not available in most practices.
Blood tests have a high rate of false poisitive, meaning that 1 in 5 patients is incorrectly diagnosed and treated unneccessarily. For more information on blood tests for detecting H. pylori. For additional information, you can use http://www.helicobacterpyloritest.com/uploadimages/Urea%20and%20Antibodies%20for%20detecting%20H%20pylori%20White%20Paper.pdf
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What Blood test is used to find a possible cause of duodenal ulcers?
Helicobacter pylori antibodies test
What is the Relationship between helicobacter pylori and gastro oesophageal reflux disease?
Biochemistry is related to stomach ulcers because a smaple of blood can be taken to look for Helicobacter Pylori which in the majority of cases causes stomach ulcers and this sample of blood is sent of to Biochemistry.
What are the properties of H. pylori?
Under the microscope, H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) is a spiral shaped rod, gram negative, 3*0.5 micrometers in size, and has 4-6 flagella. They are aerobic bacteria that are responsible for 80% of stomach ulcers. Besides microscopically observing stomach (stool) samples, one can also determine the presence of H. pylori by:culture of stomach fluid sampleurea breath testmeasuring antibodies to urease in blood, saliva, or stool. However, these antibodies may persist long after the infection has been eradicated, so it is less useful than the breath test.Another property of the H. pylori allows for the urea breath test. Since H. pylori contains high levels of urease, an enzyme which degrades urea to carbon dioxide (CO2), patients can swallow a dose of urea labeled with C13, then have their breath collected. The Collected exhale (labeled CO2) will then be measured in a mass spectrometer to determine if the concentration of CO2 indicates an H. pylori infection. This is an accurate test for H. pylori.
What is the baroreceptors?
Detects changes in blood pressure.
What are the properties of h?
Under the microscope, H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) is a spiral shaped rod, gram negative, 3*0.5 micrometers in size, and has 4-6 flagella. They are aerobic bacteria that are responsible for 80% of stomach ulcers. Besides microscopically observing stomach (stool) samples, one can also determine the presence of H. pylori by:culture of stomach fluid sampleurea breath testmeasuring antibodies to urease in blood, saliva, or stool. However, these antibodies may persist long after the infection has been eradicated, so it is less useful than the breath test.Another property of the H. pylori allows for the urea breath test. Since H. pylori contains high levels of urease, an enzyme which degrades urea to carbon dioxide (CO2), patients can swallow a dose of urea labeled with C13, then have their breath collected. The Collected exhale (labeled CO2) will then be measured in a mass spectrometer to determine if the concentration of CO2 indicates an H. pylori infection. This is an accurate test for H. pylori.
Helicobacter pylori?
DefinitionHelicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is the bacteria responsible for most ulcers and many cases of stomach inflammation (chronic gastritis).The bacteria can weaken the protective coating of the stomach, allowing digestive juices to irritate the sensitive stomach lining.Alternative NamesGastritis - Helicobacter pylori; H. pyloriCauses, incidence, and risk factorsAs many as half of the world's population is infected with H. pylori. Those living in developing countries or crowded, unsanitary conditions are most likely to contract the bacterium, which is passed from person to person. H. pylori only grows in the stomach, and is usually contracted during childhood.Interestingly, many people have this organism in their stomach, but don't get an ulcer or gastritis. Coffee drinking, smoking, and drinking alcohol increase your risk for an ulcer from H. pylori.SymptomsIf you are a carrier of H. pylori, you may have no symptoms. If you have an ulcer or gastritis, you may have some of the following symptoms:Abdominal painBloating and fullnessDyspepsia or indigestionFeeling very hungry 1 to 3 hours after eatingMild nausea (may be relieved by vomiting)Signs and testsSimple blood, breath, and stool tests can determine if you are infected with H. pylori. If you have symptoms, your doctor will determine if you should have these screening tests.The most accurate way to diagnose H. pylori is through upper endoscopy of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Because this procedure is invasive, it is generally only done on people suspected to have an ulcer, or who are at high risk for ulcers or other complications from H. pylori, such as stomach cancer.Risk factors include being over 45 or having symptoms such as:AnemiaDifficulty swallowingGastrointestinal bleedingUnexplained weight lossFollowing treatment, breath and stool tests can determine if you have been cured of the infection.TreatmentPatients who have H. pylori and also have an ulcer are most likely to benefit from being treated. Patients who only have heartburn or acid reflux and H. pylori are less likely to benefit from treatment. The treatment does not work in all patients.Treatment must be taken for 10 to 14 days. Medications may include:Two different antibiotics, such as clarithromycin (Biaxin), amoxicillin, tetracycline, or metronidazole (Flagyl)Proton-pump inhibitors, such as omeprazole (Prilosec), lansoprazole (Prevacid), or esomeprazole (Nexium)Bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol), in some casesExpectations (prognosis)Once the H. pylori bacteria are gone from your body, the chance of being infected again is very low.ComplicationsH. pylori infection is linked to stomach cancer and ulcer disease.Calling your health care providerCall your health care provider if you have blood in your stool, abdominal pain, ongoing indigestion or heartburn, or any of the other symptoms mentioned above.Seek immediate medical help if you are vomiting blood.PreventionA clean and germ-free environment may help decrease your risk of H. pylori infection.ReferencesChey WD, Wong BC. American College of Gastroenterology guideline on the management of Helicobacter pylori infection. Am J Gastroenterol. 2007;102(8):1808-1825.Ables AZ, Simon I, Melton ER. Update on Helicobacter pylori treatment. Am Fam Physician. 2007;75(3):351-358.
What is the baroreceptor reflux?
Detects changes in blood pressure.
What detects pregnancy in pregnancy test?
Your urine, or your blood.
Pathophysiology of peptic ulcer disease?
Cause of peptic ulcer is the increased acidity in the stomach. Hydrochloric acid destroys a stomach wall and forms an ulcer. If the blood vessels are destroying in the stomach wall the bleeding are forming.
What part of the brain detects CO2 in the blood?
medulla oblogata
What is the name of the part of the brain that detects the temperature of the blood?
Hypothalamus
What blood test detects leukemia?
Yes.
