Tick‑borne Disease, Acute Molecular Panel
Also known as: Acute Molecular Panel
Use
This real‑time PCR multi‑pathogen panel provides rapid molecular detection of multiple early/acute tick‑borne infections (Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Babesia microti, Borrelia miyamotoi, Ehrlichia chaffeensis and Borrelia spp.) in whole blood, facilitating early diagnosis when serologies may be negative ([questdiagnostics.com](https://www.questdiagnostics.com/healthcare-professionals/clinical-education-center/faq/faq224?utm_source=openai)).
Special Instructions
Intended for use 1–2 weeks after disease onset; streamlines ordering by combining multiple PCR assays into a single panel ([regional.questdiagnostics.com](https://regional.questdiagnostics.com/tick-borne-testing?utm_source=openai)).
Limitations
PCR detection may be limited by transient bacteremia; a negative result does not exclude infection; appropriate serologic testing may still be warranted ([questdiagnostics.com](https://www.questdiagnostics.com/healthcare-professionals/clinical-education-center/faq/faq224?utm_source=openai)).
New York Approved
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
1.5 mL
Container
Lavender (EDTA) tube
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; sodium heparin or lithium heparin whole blood
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 Hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 Days |
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