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2224. Package # 138 (Borrelia burgdorferi, IgG,IgM antibodies, BlotAnalisis)
Number of tests: 2
Borrelia burgdorferi, IgG antibodies (BlotAnalisis)
Borrelia burgdorferi, IgM antibodies (BlotAnalisis)
Turnaround time (days): 2
2040 ₴
Description
The test detects antibodies to highly specific proteins of the Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato bacterial complex. According to CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) guidelines, the test is necessary to confirm or rule out Lyme disease.
When and who needs the test?
- In case of positive test results for IgM and/or IgG antibodies to Borrelia burgdorferi.
- In case of a double negative result, testing for IgM and/or IgG antibodies to Borrelia burgdorferi with persistent clinical symptoms for 12 weeks.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach.
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...