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HelpCatalog ID PBORB Lyme Disease, Molecular Detection, PCR, Blood
Reporting Name
Lyme Disease PCR, BUseful For
Supporting the diagnosis of Lyme disease in conjunction with serologic testing
This test should not be used to screen asymptomatic patients.
Ordering Guidance
This assay does not detect Borrelia miyamotoi. If infection with this organism is suspected, order BMIPB / Borrelia miyamotoi Detection, PCR, Blood or BMIYC / Borrelia miyamotoi Detection, PCR, Spinal Fluid.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Collect 1.2 mL blood in Purple top tube.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
June through November: Monday through Saturday
December through May: Monday through Friday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Type
Whole Blood EDTACPT Code Information
87476
87798 x 2
87999 (if appropriate for government payers)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PBORB | Lyme Disease PCR, B | 90892-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 56080 | B. burgdorferi PCR, B | 94247-4 |
| 38290 | B. mayonii PCR, B | 94248-2 |
| 38291 | B. garinii/B. afzelii PCR, B | 94249-0 |
| 38340 | Lyme Disease PCR Comment | 59464-8 |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
Special Instructions
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.