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H. pylori test — book at home

Also known as ulcer bacteria test, helicobacter test. Booked in the app, collected at your home, explained by a doctor.

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What it is

Detects Helicobacter pylori — the stomach bacteria behind most peptic ulcers.

Why doctors order it

Recurrent 'ulcer' pain deserves a test: eradicating H. pylori cures most ulcers and ends years of antacid dependence.

Sample & preparation

Sample
Stool antigen or blood
Preparation
Stop antacids/PPIs as advised before stool antigen testing.
Turnaround
Same day to 48 hours

How home collection works

  1. Book in the app

    Choose the test and a time that suits you — the price is shown before you pay.

  2. Sample collected at home

    A trained phlebotomist comes to you with sealed, single-use kits.

  3. Results, explained

    Results land in the app and a doctor walks you through what they mean.

Frequently asked questions

What sample does the H. pylori test need?
Stool antigen or blood. A trained phlebotomist collects it at your home with sealed, single-use kits.
Do I need to prepare for the H. pylori test?
Stop antacids/PPIs as advised before stool antigen testing.
How long do H. pylori test results take?
Same day to 48 hours. Results arrive in the iHealix app, and a doctor can explain what they mean in an online consultation.

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