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Infection

H. pylori (Stool Test)

Infection

H. pylori (Stool Test)

Detects Helicobacter pylori infection. Major cause of gastritis and stomach ulcers.

650 SEK

VAT-exempt medical service

  • Results in 5 working days
  • 116 sampling locations
  • No doctor's referral needed
  • Sample: Stool
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What does this test measure?

H. pylori is a bacterium that colonises the stomach lining and is among the most common chronic infections worldwide. Most people who carry it have no symptoms, but it is the main cause of stomach and duodenal ulcers, causes chronic gastritis, and increases the risk of stomach cancer. This test uses a stool sample and detects current infection rather than past exposure.

Dealing with persistent stomach pain, bloating, nausea, unexplained weight loss, or dark stools? Time to check for H. pylori. Already been treated? A follow-up test confirms whether the bug is actually gone. And since H. pylori can spread through a household, testing makes sense if someone close to you has tested positive.

What a high value can mean

A positive result means H. pylori was found in your stool — you've got an active infection. The standard treatment is a combination of antibiotics and acid-reducing medication. Once you've finished the course, a follow-up test makes sure it's really gone.

What a low value can mean

A negative result means no H. pylori antigen was detected. An active infection is unlikely, though it can't rule out a past infection that's already cleared up. If your stomach still isn't happy, it's worth investigating further.

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Associated symptoms

  • Stomach pain or burning, especially on an empty stomach
  • Bloating and excessive belching
  • Nausea and loss of appetite
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Dark or black stools (possible sign of bleeding)
  • Feeling overly full after small meals

Who should consider this test

  • People with persistent stomach pain, bloating, or nausea
  • Those with a history of stomach ulcers or gastritis
  • Anyone with unexplained digestive symptoms
  • Household members of someone with confirmed H. pylori
  • People who've completed treatment and need to confirm it worked

Before your appointment

No preparation needed. Just bring valid ID to your appointment.

  • Bring photo ID to the sampling location.
  • You do not need a doctor's referral — your referral is issued when you order.
  • Tell the staff which test you have ordered if they ask.

How it works

  1. 1

    Order your test

    Choose your test and pay online. Your lab referral is created straight away.

  2. 2

    Give your sample

    Visit any of our partner sampling locations. No appointment needed at most of them.

  3. 3

    The lab analyses it

    Your sample is analysed at an accredited Swedish laboratory.

  4. 4

    Get your results

    Your values appear in your account with reference ranges and an explanation of each marker.

Good to know

How is the H. pylori test done?

It's a stool test — you provide a sample and the lab checks it for H. pylori antigen. No blood draw needed.

Is H. pylori dangerous?

Most of the time it's harmless. But left untreated, it can lead to ulcers, chronic gastritis, and a higher risk of stomach cancer. Better to catch it early.

Can H. pylori be cured?

Absolutely. A combo of antibiotics and acid-reducing meds does the trick. A follow-up test after treatment confirms it's been cleared.