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Test ID BMIYC Borrelia miyamotoi Detection PCR, Spinal Fluid

Secondary ID

64969

Useful For

Aids in the diagnosis of Borrelia miyamotoi infection in conjunction with clinical findings

 

This test is not useful for detecting the Borrelia species that cause Lyme disease.

Specimen Type

CSF


Ordering Guidance


This assay does not detect the Borrelia species that cause Lyme disease.



Specimen Required


Container/Tube: Sterile vial

Specimen Volume: 1 mL

Collection Instructions: Submit aliquot from collection vial 2.


Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time
CSF Refrigerated (preferred) 7 days
  Frozen  7 days

Reject Due To

  All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.

Reference Values

Negative

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

1 to 4 days

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

CPT Code Information

87478

Forms

If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.

Testing Algorithm

For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm