| Test CODE | NAME |
|---|
285
Lyme AB , EIA with reflex by Western Blot IgG,IgM
| Methodology: | Semiquantitative detection of Borrelia burgdorferi total antibodies (IgG, IgM, and IgA) in serum by enzyme immunoassay (EIA). |
| Performed: | Sun-Sat |
| Reported: | 2-4 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST) - 0.5 ml serum. Patient Preparation: No fasting is required. Specimen Preparation: Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions: Plasma. Hemolyzed or Lipemic serum. Stability : Refrigerated (2-8ºC ) : 5 days; Frozen (below -20ºC): 1 month
NOTE: * This test is approved for all states. *
Performing Laboratory Accu Reference Medical Laboratory |
| CPT Code(s): | 86618 |