Quest 3946 Tick (Arthropod) ID
Use
This test provides species-level identification (when possible) of ticks and other arthropods submitted for examination to support accurate diagnosis and patient counseling regarding exposure or vector-borne disease risk.
Special Instructions
Submit one individual arthropod specimen per sterile container with 70% alcohol. Place the specimen in alcohol as soon as possible.
Limitations
Identification is morphological and does not include analysis for pathogens such as Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease). The test relies on observable features and does not assess infectivity.
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Sterile container with 70% alcohol
Collection Instructions
Submit one parasite per container; place specimen in alcohol as soon as possible
Storage Instructions
Room Temperature
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