Test Code HCLO CLOtest
Additional Codes
LAB30146
Methodology
CLOtest detects the enzyme of Helicobacter pylori, formerly Campylobacter pylori, in gastric mucosal biopsies.
Performing Laboratory
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center-Microbiology
Specimen Requirements
1. Obtain biopsy of normal looking tissue (approximately 2-3 mm in diameter).
2. Peel back label of CLOtest exposing gel.
3. Remove specimen from biopsy forceps, and push it into the CLOtest gel. Make certain that tissue is completely immersed.
4. Re-seal CLOtest.
5. Label container with patient’s name (first and last), hospital identification number or date of birth, and date and time of collection.
Note: If biopsy material is very small, a second biopsy should be obtained.
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday