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HelpTest Code 0233064 Borrelia Burgdorferi Serology, Evaluation with reflex to Western Blot
Methodology
Enzyme-linked fluorescent immunoassay (ELFA)
Performing Laboratory
Alomere Health Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum only
Collection Container/Tube: Gold (gel separator) or Red (plain)
Specimen Volume: 2.0 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
Negative
Presumptive positive or equivocal specimens are automatically reflexed to Western blot confirmation Mayo test LYWB at an additional charge.
Day(s) Test Set Up
3 times per week
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86618 X 2 - Lyme disease screen, IgG and IgM
86617 x 2 Western blot confirmation (if appropriate)