Test Code LYME Lyme Disease Serology, Serum
Additional Codes
Torrance Memorial Laboratories Test Code: 62873023
Reporting Name
Lyme Disease Serology, SUseful For
Diagnosing Lyme disease
This test should not be used as a screening procedure for the general population.
This test should not be used for treatment monitoring.
Testing Algorithm
If Lyme disease serology is positive or equivocal, then Lyme disease antibody confirmation (by Western blot) will be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Information: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 10 days | |
Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Heat inactivated | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 4 daysCPT Code Information
86618
86617 x 2-Lyme disease confirmation (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
LYME | Lyme Disease Serology, S | 20449-5 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
LYME | Lyme Disease Serology, S | 20449-5 |
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Reflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
LYWB | Lyme Disease Ab, Immunoblot, S | Yes | No |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-General Request (T239)