Stomach Ulcer (H.pylori)
Stomach Ulcer (H.pylori)
Stomach ulcers, also known as gastric ulcers, are open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach. In up to 90% of cases, they are due to an infection caused by the bacteria Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). This usually happens during childhood. According to the Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic H pylori "A common cause of stomach ulcers (peptic ulcers), H. pylori infection may be present in more than half the people in the world". The 2San Stomach Ulcer (H. pylori) test is for the detection of H. pylori antigens, in human faeces and can be used to aid in the diagnosis of H. pylori infections.There is a link 2SAN H pylori to the 2San Stomach Ulcer (H.pylori) Test (Case Only - Case Size 8) (6781538) available from Numark which can be done by the customer / patient in the comfort of their own home.
The sample and test Lateral Flow test which can be done by the customer / patient at home has many benefits including:
- A simple sample taking just 10 minutes to show positive or negative results.
- No need to send results off to a laboratory