Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD64960Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lyme Disease Antibodies (IgG, IgM), Immunoblot
Also known as: Borrelia burgdorferi
Clinical Use
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Used to confirm a positive or equivocal enzyme immunoassay (EIA) or immunofluorescence assay (IFA) for Lyme disease antibodies (IgG and IgM) by detecting antibodies to Borrelia burgdorferi with high specificity.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Western Blot / Immunoblot)
Biomarkers
Immunoblot assay confirming presence of Lyme disease‑specific IgG and IgM antibodies to Borrelia burgdorferi.
Lyme Disease Ab (IgG), Blot
ProteinIgG Immunoblot • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Lyme Disease Ab (IgM), Blot
ProteinIgM Immunoblot • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1‑2 mL Blood
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL Serum
Container
Red Top (No Additive)
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; Grossly lipemic
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 Days |
| Refrigerated | 14 Days |
| Frozen | 30 Days |