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Lyme Disease, Western Blot, CSF

Order Code
160457
CPT
86617x2
Test Details
TAT

14 days

Methodology

Western blot

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects intrathecal antibody production against *Borrelia*. Confirms neuroborreliosis.

Specimen Type

Cerebrospinal fluid

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile plastic tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated To be determined
Order Code
160457
CPT
86617x2
Test Details
TAT

14 days

Methodology

Western blot

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects intrathecal antibody production against *Borrelia*. Confirms neuroborreliosis.

Specimen Type

Cerebrospinal fluid

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile plastic tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated To be determined