Helicobacter pylori by Immunohistochemistry
Also known as: HPYLOR IHC
Use
Helicobacter pylori is a bacterium that can cause chronic inflammation in the stomach lining and is associated with the development of peptic ulcers and gastric cancer. The test detects the presence of Helicobacter pylori in tissue samples through immunohistochemical staining, allowing for the visualization of the bacterium under a microscope. This can aid in the diagnosis and management of infections and conditions related to Helicobacter pylori.
Special Instructions
Submit electronic request. If you do not have electronic ordering capability, use an ARUP Immunohistochemistry Stain Form (#32978) with an ARUP client number. For additional technical details, contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. The brochure for ARUP's immunohistochemistry offerings can be found online.
Limitations
This test is performed as a technical service only, provided as a stain and return service. The test result is intended to aid in diagnosis but should be used in conjunction with clinical findings and other diagnostic approaches. Incorrect embedding or poorly preserved tissues may result in suboptimal staining and interpretation. Depleted specimens or those with non-representative tissue may lead to inconclusive results.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 94736-6
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Protect paraffin block and/or slides; transport in a tissue transport kit (ARUP supply #47808).
Collection Instructions
Formalin fix (10 percent neutral buffered formalin) and paraffin embed specimen. Collect tissue block or 5 unstained (3- to 5-micron thick sections), positively charged slides.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature or refrigerated. Ship in cooled container during summer months.
Causes for Rejection
Specimens submitted with non-representative tissue type. Depleted specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Indefinitely |
| Refrigerated | Indefinitely |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |