Test
Method
Various - See Method description
Method Description
ImmunoBlot, IFA (Indirect Immunofluorescent Assay) and Fluorescent In Situ Hybridization (FISH)
Result Included
- ImmunoBlot (IgM & IgG): Lyme, TBRF, Babesia, Bartonella, Lyme Screen Immunoassay
- IgM & IgG IFA (IgM & IgG): HME, HGA, R. rickettsii/typhi IgG,
- FISH: Babesia, Bartonella
Test Location
IGeneX
Specimen
Specimen Type
Serum and Whole Blood
Collection & Handling
Additional Information
A specimen collection kit is available. To order a kit online, please register or login. For assistance or more information, please click here to send us an email or call 416-422-3000 x 300.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 30 days | Do not freeze |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Frozen |