Borrelia Species DNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR, Miscellaneous
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Whole blood
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
Borrelia Species DNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR, Miscellaneous - This test is intended for the qualitative detection of Borrelia DNA. Borrelia are spirochetes and are commonly classified into two categories: those that cause Lyme disease (Lyme borreliosis) and those that cause relapsing fever. This test detects species in both categories.
- Borrelia spp. DNA [Identifier]
Estimated days for results: Results should be available within 2 - 5 business days after samples are received at the lab.
Borrelia Species DNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR, Miscellaneous - This test is intended for the qualitative detection of Borrelia DNA. Borrelia are spirochetes and are commonly classified into two categories: those that cause Lyme disease (Lyme borreliosis) and those that cause relapsing fever. This test detects species in both categories.
Borrelia are typically transmitted to humans via the bite of an infected tick, including hard-bodied ticks of the genera Amblyomma and Ixodes and soft-bodied ticks of the genera Ornithodoros.
Lyme disease, the most common tick-borne infection in the United States, is marked by three stages: 1) local infection, which can include an erythema migrans or "bull's eye" skin lesion and/or flulike symptoms; 2) disseminated infection, which is typically marked by cardiac, neurological and/or skin manifestations; and 3) persistent infection, which can include Stage 2 manifestations as well as rheumatological involvement, most commonly joint pain.
Relapsing fever is marked by febrile periods lasting about three days that alternate with afebrile periods include muscle and joint pain, headache, vomiting and dizziness.
Diagnosis of Borrelia infections is normally based on clinical findings and serological assays. PCR testing can serve as an adjunct to serology, especially during the early stages of infection before antibodies have developed.
- Test FAQ: Lyme Disease Testing
2–5 business days
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
- Preferred Specimen(s): 1 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
- Transport Container: EDTA (lavender-top) tube
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerated (Cold Packs)
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 72 days
- Refrigerated: 7 days
- Frozen: 30 days
- Reject Criteria: NA
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Rhode Island, New Jersey, or New York
