Lyme Disease, IgM, Early Test With Reflex

Test ID: 

705193

CPT code:

86618

Clinical Use:

Aid in the diagnosis of acute infection with the Lyme disease agent

Test Information:

Combination of IgM antibodies test with reflex of positive results to Western blot confirmation. Negative early testing does not rule out infection. Best combination of early test with confirmation.

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

2 mL

Minimum Volume: 

1 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Storage Instructions:

Maintain specimen at room temperature.

Stability Requirements:

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination