Test Code BMIPB Borrelia miyamotoi Detection, PCR, Blood
Ordering Guidance
This assay does not detect the Borrelia species that cause Lyme disease. If Lyme disease is suspected, order SLYME / Lyme Antibody Modified 2-Tier with Reflex, Serum.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Secondary ID
618298Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of Borrelia miyamotoi infection in conjunction with clinical findings
Preferred method for detection of B miyamotoi using blood specimens
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
Special Instructions
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Reporting Name
Borrelia miyamotoi Detection, PCR, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
1 weekPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87478
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
BMIPB | Borrelia miyamotoi Detection, PCR, B | 82475-5 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
618298 | B. miyamotoi PCR, B | 82475-5 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.