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TICK-BORNE PATHOGENS DNA PROFILE
Code: DP531
DNA Tests for:
- Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme Disease)
- Babesia spp.
- Ehrlichia spp.
- Bartonella spp.
Recommended Samples:
- Whole blood (5ml) in lavender EDTA tube
- Urine sample (8ml) in sterile container
Definition:
Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and rarely, Borrelia mayonii. It is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.. Typical symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash called erythema migrans. If left untreated, infection can spread to joints, the heart, and the nervous system.
Scientific Publications:
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Price: Contact your physician
Note: The DNA testing information provided by Health Genetic Center is for research, informational, and educational use only. The DNA testing services are not intended to be used by patients for any diagnostic purpose and are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Patients should always seek the advice of the physician or other health care provider with any questions patients may have regarding diagnosis, cure, treatment, mitigation, or prevention of any disease or other medical condition or impairment or the status of patient’s health. |
HOW TO ORDER TEST
- Download submission form (follow this link)
- Talk to your physician to select the appropriate DNA profile or tests
Note:
To ensure proper medical attention and result interpretation, Health Genetic Center requires all samples for DNA tests for infectious pathogens to be submitted by physicians only. The results of the findings will be sent to physician's office.
- Arrange sample collection through your physician.
- All samples for infectious testing should be submitted by a courier service. Please, follow this link for shipping instructions.
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