Test
Method
Various - See Method description
Method Description
ImmunoBlot, IFA (Indirect Immunofluorescent Assay) and PCR
Result Included
- ImmunoBlot (IgM & IgG):Lyme, TBRF, Babesia, Bartonella, Lyme Screen Immunoassay IgM & IgG
- FISH: Babesia, Bartonella
- IFA (IgM & IgG): HGA, HME, R. rickettsii/typhi IgG
- PCR-Serum: Lyme, TBRF
- PCR-Whole Blood: Lyme, TBRF, Babesia, B. henselae, HME, HGA, Rickettsia
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 |
|---|---|
| 7 days | 30 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Frozen |