Ulcers, particularly peptic ulcers, can be associated with various laboratory markers that may be elevated due to underlying inflammation, infection, or bleeding. Key laboratory markers that can be elevated with ulcers:
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Helicobacter pylori Antibodies: Presence of H. pylori is a common cause of peptic ulcers. Serological tests for H. pylori antibodies (IgG, IgM, IgA) may be elevated.
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Complete Blood Count (CBC):
- Hemoglobin and Hematocrit: Levels may be decreased in the case of chronic bleeding from the ulcer.
- White Blood Cell (WBC) Count: May be elevated if there is significant inflammation or infection.
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Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT): Positive result can indicate bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, often associated with ulcers.
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Serum Gastrin Levels: Elevated in Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, a condition that can cause peptic ulcers due to excessive gastric acid secretion.
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C-Reactive Protein (CRP) and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR): These inflammatory markers may be elevated, indicating an inflammatory process.
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Urea Breath Test: Elevated levels of labeled carbon dioxide indicate H. pylori infection.
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Stool Antigen Test for H. pylori: Can be elevated indicating active infection.
Thus, one may consider the following tests/markers that Vibrant offers,
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Gut Zoomer
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Complete Blood Count
- hs-CRP
- ESR
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Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
