Common Test-Ordering Errors
Part 7: Overordered Microbiology Tests
Helicobacter pylori IgM
Stool Ova & Parasites
H pylori Diagnostic Algorithm
October 2010
Mayo’s recommend approach is described in a diagnostic algorithm that is available on our web site and in our electronic test catalog (where it can be scaled up for easier viewing). The algorithm describes approaches based on the patient’s symptoms and age.
H pylori Diagnostic Algorithm |
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- Introduction
- Testing at Mayo Medical Laboratories
- Common MML Test-Ordering Errors
- Common Microbiology Test-Ordering Problems
- Helicobacter pylori
- H pylori IgM (and IgA) Not Useful
- H pylori Diagnostic Algorithm
- H pylori Diagnostic Algorithm
- Ova and Parasite
- Parasitic Investigation of Stool Specimens Algorithm
- Initial Testing in Patients with Watery Diarrhea
- Conclusion
- Questions?
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