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456 Lyme PCR, Blood
Test ID: PCR456
Test
Method
PCR
Specimens
Clinical Utility
The Lyme Multiplex PCR-based diagnostic test forBorrelia burgdorferi, performed directly on a clinical specimen. The combination of the following three steps imparts very high specificity and sensitivity:
- Hybridization/Selection
- Amplification of the specific DNA (genomic and plasmid)
- Detection of B. burgdorferi-specific amplified DNA fragments by dot-blot assay using B. burgdorferi specific probes.
Source: https://igenex.com/disease/borrelia/#drawer-5; Accessed 27-Aug-1092.
Test Location
IGeneX, CA, USA
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Whole Blood
Additional Information
A specimen collection kit is available. To order a kit online, please register or login. For assistance or more information, please click here to send us an email or call 416-422-3000 x 300.
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
PCR
Turnaround Time
10 Days
Test Location
IGeneX, CA, USA
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019