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HelpTest Code IMML73 Lyme Antibody
Synonym
- LYME
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Gold SST Top
Acceptable Container/Tube: Gold SST Top
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Rejected Due To
- Gross hemolysis
- Gross lipemia
Testing Algorithm
If Lyme Antibody is positive, then Lyme Western Blot (YLBLOT) will be performed at an additional charge.
Reflex Test
| Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Reported |
|---|---|---|
| Lyme Western Blot | Yes | No |
Interpretation
Negative
Method Description
Chemiluminescent immunoassay
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab UH
Day(s) Performed
Monday and Thursday (excludes OSU holidays)
Report Available
5 to 7 days
Reporting Name
Lyme Antibody
CPT Code Information
86618
LOINC Code Information
5064-1