Berkley, CO
Borrelia Burgdorferi Antibody Test in Berkley, CO
The Lyme Disease Antibody Test looks for IgG and IgM antibodies against Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacterium associated with Lyme disease. It is usually performed as a two-step process after a compatible exposure history.
Order Lyme Disease Antibody Test in Berkley, CO
Order online and visit a local collection site, or choose an at-home kit where available. No referral and no insurance required.
Order Lyme Disease Antibody Test- Typical turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Starting price
- From $159
- Results
- Confidential, online
Quick answer
The Lyme Disease Antibody Test is a blood test that detects antibodies the immune system makes against Borrelia burgdorferi, the tickborne bacterium associated with Lyme disease. Because antibodies take time to appear, timing relative to a tick bite matters. Standard practice is a two-step approach, with a sensitive screening test followed, when needed, by a more specific confirmation. Results are interpreted with the exposure history and symptoms.
About this test in Berkley
Lyme disease is transmitted by certain tick species, and the immune response to the bacterium includes IgM and IgG antibodies. IgM tends to appear earlier and IgG later, so the pattern of results can carry information about timing. A blood test does not detect the bacterium directly, and early infection before antibodies develop may be missed by antibody testing.
Testing usually begins with an enzyme immunoassay that measures antibodies to Borrelia burgdorferi, sometimes including the C6 peptide. If that screen is positive or equivocal, a Western blot for IgM and IgG is commonly run to look for specific antibody bands. Some laboratories use a modified two-tier approach with different second-step assays.
The test is ordered when a person has symptoms that could fit Lyme disease and a history that makes it plausible, such as time spent in wooded or grassy areas where ticks live. A positive result does not by itself prove active infection, because antibodies can persist after treatment, and a negative result early in the illness may need to be repeated. A qualified healthcare provider interprets the findings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get a borrelia burgdorferi antibody test in Berkley, CO?
Berkley has certified laboratories and local draw sites that offer this panel. Order online, then choose the collection location and time that suit you.
How much does a borrelia burgdorferi antibody test cost in Berkley?
Self-pay pricing depends on the provider and collection site. The price shown at checkout is the price you pay, with no hidden fees.
How long do results take in Berkley?
Most results are reported within 1-3 business days after collection and are delivered to your secure portal.
Can I collect this sample at home in Berkley?
For select panels, at-home kits can be shipped to Berkley, CO, collected at home, and mailed back in prepaid packaging.
Ready to get tested?
Order online and visit a collection site near you, or choose a mail-in kit. No referral and no insurance required.
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