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HelpTest Code LYME Lyme Disease Serology, Serum
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| LYWB | Lyme Disease Ab, Immunoblot, S | Yes | No |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen 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 Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 10 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
86618
86617 x 2-Lyme disease confirmation (if appropriate)
Report Available
1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat inactivated | Reject |