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 (IgG, IgM) • Western Blot / Immunoblot
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 |
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