Human Monocytic Ehrlichia (HME) by PCR
8 days
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
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Detects Ehrlichia DNA in blood. Confirms active infection.
Whole Blood
1 mL
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube or yellow-top (ACD) tube
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |