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Rapid Urease Test

A rapid urease test is a rapid test for the diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori. It is based on the ability of Helicobacter pylori to secrete the enzyme urease that helps in the conversion of urea to ammonia and carbon dioxide. It is fast, inexpensive, and easy to perform.

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Query: Hi doctor, I had an endoscopy nine days ago, and the doctor performed the rapid urease test (RUT) for Helicobacter pylori. The result turned pink after 24 hours, and he mentioned it was weakly positive, suggesting no need for antibiotics. I have a doubt; even if it is weakly positive, do I still hav...  Read Full »

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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq, and thank you for choosing us as your provider for health care. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. If your doctor has diagnosed weakly positive H. pylori through the RUT (rapid urease test) but suggested no antibiotics, it might indicate a less a...  Read Full »

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