B. microti IgM & IgG IFA
IGeneX
Sample type: Serum
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
The Babesia microti Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA) is designed to detect human IgM and IgG antibodies to Babesia microti antigens in human serum. Titers rise during the first two to four weeks of illness and then decline over the next six to 12 months.
- Babesia microti IgG
- Babesia microti IgM
Estimated days for results: Results should arrive 10 business days after the lab receives samples.
10 business days
Before You Start
- Please read the test preparation and collection instructions here.
- Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist.
Day Before Collection
- Ensure you are well hydrated.
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
