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Lyme Disease Test With Confirmation

About the Test

This Lyme disease blood test follows the CDC-recommended two-step process to detect IgM and IgG antibodies to Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. If the initial test is positive, a second confirmatory test is automatically performed using the same blood sample.

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks (commonly known as deer ticks). Ticks typically become carriers by feeding on infected animals like deer or small rodents. For transmission to occur, an infected tick must be attached to a person for 36 to 48 hours.

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Understanding the Process

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Step 1

Sample
Collection

Step 2

Laboratory
Analysis

Step 3

Data
Interpretation

Step 4

Report
Delivery

How to Get Started

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What to Expect During Testing

Preparation

No special preparation is required.

Blood Sample

This test measures the level of immunoglobulin M (IgM) and immunoglobulin G (IgG), antibodies produced in the blood in response to Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria that cause Lyme disease. The immune system’s natural defense against Borrelia bacteria is to produce specific antibodies (IgM and IgG) to help fight off the infection. Antibodies are proteins created by the immune system that target specific foreign threats, such as bacteria and viruses, including Borrelia bacteria spread by a tick bite.

Because it takes time for antibodies to develop in response to Borrelia burgdorferi infection, testing at the right time is essential. IgM antibody levels usually reach their highest levels in a few weeks after infection, whereas IgG antibodies develop more slowly, appearing from about 4 to 6 weeks following infection. Testing should be considered for individuals with possible exposure to infected blacklegged ticks based on the presence of recognizable signs and symptoms of infection.

After you provide your specimen, it generally takes few business days to process and release your test results. However, processing times may vary. Your test results will be available in a clear and easy-to-read report. If your results differ from expected ranges, you may receive an alert call from an independent healthcare coordinator. Independent physicians are available to discuss questions or concerns you may have regarding your results.