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Mid-priced lab test versus much cheaper rapid kits
A single stool antigen test for Helicobacter pylori infection, a common cause of stomach inflammation and indigestion, for people with ongoing upper gut symptoms.
Second-cheapest H. pylori test in the comparison group
A rapid at-home stool test for H. pylori antigen, a marker commonly used to help assess bacterial causes of stomach and duodenal symptoms.
Undercuts every H. pylori test we track
A rapid stool test screening for H. pylori, a bacteria linked to stomach ulcers, giving a result in minutes. Suits anyone with symptoms like heartburn, acid reflux or stomach pain who wants a quick first check.
Mid-priced H. pylori stool test, near the £97 group median
A single-marker stool test that checks for H. pylori bacteria, offering a fast, at-home alternative to a clinic visit for anyone wanting to check for this specific infection.
Priced below the group median for H. pylori tests
A single blood test for H. pylori antibodies, commonly used to assess whether an infection linked to stomach ulcers and gastritis is present. Suited to anyone with ongoing digestive symptoms.
Home H. pylori kit, cheaper than the clinic version
An at-home stool test for H. pylori antibodies, the bacteria most commonly linked to stomach ulcers, posted to the lab for analysis.
Priced above most peers in this H. pylori group
A breath test checking for Helicobacter pylori, a stomach bacterium linked to digestive discomfort and ulcers, done at a Randox Health clinic rather than at home.
Priciest H. pylori test we track; others start at £10
A blood test that checks for Helicobacter pylori antibodies, the bacteria most commonly linked to stomach ulcers, for men and women.
Compare h. pylori test tests feature by feature across all providers.
| Feature | Selph Helicobacter pylori Test | Check My Body Health Stomach Ulcer Test Kit | MyHealthChecked Stomach Ulcer (H. pylori) Rapid Test | Blue Horizon Medicals H Pylori Antigen Stool Test | Bluecrest Wellness Stomach Cancer (H. Pylori) | Better2Know Stomach Ulcer Test Home Test Kit | Randox Health H Pylori Breath Test | Better2Know Stomach Ulcer (Helicobacter Pylori) Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compare Health Test score | 79.9 /10 Mid-priced lab test versus much cheaper rapid kits | 79.3 /10 Second-cheapest H. pylori test in the comparison group | 76.3 /10 Undercuts every H. pylori test we track | 71.9 /10 Mid-priced H. pylori stool test, near the £97 group median | 71.6 /10 Priced below the group median for H. pylori tests | 69.7 /10 Home H. pylori kit, cheaper than the clinic version | 63.1 /10 Priced above most peers in this H. pylori group | 58.0 /10 Priciest H. pylori test we track; others start at £10 |
| Price | £93.00 | £11.99 | £10.00 | £101.25 | £65.00 | £110.00 | £120.00 | £175.00 |
| Biomarkers Count | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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| Turnaround Min Days | 3 days | 0 days | 0 days | 5 days | 3 days | 2 days | 10 days | 2 days |
| Turnaround Max Days | 4 days | 0 days | 0 days | 5 days | 8 days | 2 days | 10 days | 2 days |
| Sample Type | Stool | Stool | Stool | Stool | Blood | Stool | Breath | Blood |
| Collection Model | At-home stool sample by post | At-home rapid self-test (stool sample, results in minutes) | At-home rapid self-test (stool sample, results in minutes) | At-home stool sample by post | Venous draw at local venue | At-home stool sample, post to lab | Breath sample at clinic | Venous draw at clinic or nurse visit |
| Gender Focus | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both |
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