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What is the likelihood of missing h-pylori on various tests 2-3 times? for the breath test i didn't use ppis or h2 blockers for 1 week prior.

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Tests for H. Pylori.: Granted, some tests are more accurate and reliable than others, but most tests repeated three times should have sufficient accuracy to give us confidence in a negative result. That being said, the EGD with biopsy would likely be the most definitive.

Answered 6/7/2016

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A member asked:

What is the likelihood of missing h-pylori on various tests 2-3 times? for the breath test i didn't use ppis or h2 blockers for 1 week prior.

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