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Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG At WB

Price5.100 RSD
Result inup to 4 days
SampleSerum
PreparationNot required
Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG At WB test, IntroLab laboratory Belgrade Written byDr. Igor Švonja, MD

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The Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG At WB test is a serological test offered at IntroLab. It is used to confirm the diagnosis of Lyme disease after a positive ELISA test. Lyme disease is caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium, which is typically transmitted by ticks. Symptoms can vary from mild to severe, including skin rashes, neurological or cardiac issues, and arthritis in later stages.

Why is this test important?

The Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG At WB test plays a vital role in identifying antibodies to the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium in the blood or cerebrospinal fluid. These antibodies are produced by the immune system in response to infection. Detecting them can indicate that a person has been exposed to the bacterium and may have developed Lyme disease.

How is the test performed?

The test typically involves a blood sample, though in some cases, cerebrospinal fluid may be tested. The sample is analyzed using a method called Western blot, which can detect two types of antibodies: IgM and IgG. IgM antibodies appear earlier in the infection, while IgG antibodies are more reliable for confirming the infection, though it takes 4-6 weeks for them to reach detectable levels.

Where can Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG At be tested using the WB method?

You can have the test done at our laboratory in Vračar, which is equipped with the latest technology for bacteriological serology. We know that accurate diagnosis of Lyme disease is essential for timely treatment, so we are committed to delivering fast, precise, and dependable results. Our lab also provides a comfortable environment, and our specialists are available to answer your questions and guide you through the entire process.

Sample and preparation: Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG At WB

Sample
Serum (Venous Blood)
Sampling
Blood Draw
Result in
up to 4 days
Preparation
No special preparation is required.
Category
Immunology

Frequently asked questions

What is the Borrelia burgdorferi IgG Western blot and when is it done?

The Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG At WB (Western blot) is a serological test for final laboratory confirmation of Lyme disease, done after a positive ELISA test. The Western blot method detects IgG antibodies to the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which is mainly transmitted by ticks. At IntroLab laboratory, the test is done from venous blood serum, costs 5,100 RSD, and results are ready in up to 4 days.

What does a positive Borrelia burgdorferi IgG mean?

A positive Borrelia burgdorferi IgG means that IgG antibodies to the bacterium that causes Lyme disease were found in the blood, that is, the person has been exposed to the bacterium and may have developed the disease. IgG antibodies reach sufficient levels only 4 to 6 weeks after infection and are considered a more reliable indicator than IgM antibodies. A positive IgG Western blot from IntroLab laboratory is interpreted by a doctor, together with symptoms and other findings.

What does Borrelia IgM positive and IgG negative mean?

Such a result is most often seen in the early stage of infection, because IgM antibodies to Borrelia burgdorferi appear earlier, and IgG only after 4 to 6 weeks. IgM can also be falsely positive, so the doctor often asks for IgG antibodies to be rechecked after a few weeks, for example by the Western blot method. The Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG At WB test at IntroLab laboratory costs 5,100 RSD, and the result is interpreted by a doctor.

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