Ordering Guidance

This assay does not detect Borrelia miyamotoi. If infection with this organism is suspected, order BMIPB / Borrelia miyamotoi Detection, PCR, Blood or BMIYC / Borrelia miyamotoi Detection, PCR, Spinal Fluid.

Necessary Information

Specimen source is required.

Specimen Required

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Specimen Type: Spinal fluid

Container/Tube: Sterile vial

Specimen Volume: 1 mL

Collection Instructions: Label specimen as spinal fluid.

Specimen Type: Synovial fluid

Container/Tube: Sterile vial

Specimen Volume: 1 mL

Collection Instructions: Label specimen as synovial fluid.

Specimen Type: Tissue (fresh only)

Sources: Skin or synovial biopsy

Container/Tube: Sterile container with normal saline

Specimen Volume: Approximately 4 mm(3)

Collection Instructions:

1. Submit only fresh tissue.

2. Skin biopsies:

a. Wash biopsy site with an antiseptic soap. Thoroughly rinse area with sterile water. Do not use alcohol or iodine preparations. A local anesthetic may be used.

b. Biopsy specimens are best taken by punch biopsy to include full thickness of dermis.

3. Label specimen with source of tissue.