Urease breath test is used to diagnose in which bacteria:
Correct Answer: H. pylori
Description: Ans. (b) H. pyloriRef: Bailey and Love 27th edition Page 1114* For H. pylori the best non invasive investigation to diagnose the presence - Serology (ELISA)* The best investigation to diagnose eradication C13 and C14 urea breath test. Should be performed after - 4 weeks of therapy* The best invasive investigation (When Endoscopy is Done) to diagnose: Rapid urease test* The stain used for H. pylori: Giemsa or warthin starry stain (Gram staining is not used)* The fecal antigen test also is quite sensitive and specific for active H. pylori infection and may prove more practical in confirming a cure of H. pylori.
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