Lyme Disease, Line Blot, Cerebrospinal Fluid

CPT: 86617(x2)
Updated on 12/5/2024
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Test Includes

Line blot, CSF; analysis and interpretation for IgG-specific and IgM-specific antibodies


Special Instructions

This assay currently is not available in New York state.

This assay currently is not available in New York state.


Expected Turnaround Time

2 - 10 days


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Specimen Requirements


Specimen

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)


Volume

2 mL


Minimum Volume

1 mL


Container

Sterile plastic tube


Storage Instructions

Refrigerate


Test Details


Limitations

This procedure may be considered by Medicare and other carriers as investigational and, therefore, may not be payable as a covered benefit for patients.


Methodology

Line blot


Reference Interval

• Positive: Five of the following Borrelia-specific bands: P18, P23, P28, P30, P39, P41, P45, P58, P66, P93

• Negative: No bands or banding patterns that do not meet positive criteria


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