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Alternative Names:

Borrelia PCR

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

LYMEPCR

Specimen Types:

Blood
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Tissue
Swab

Container Types:

EDTA 10 mL
CSF Tube 3
Plain 70mL pot

Adults Volume or Mass:

4 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

A separate container is required for this test.

Department head authorisation required.

At least 0.5 mL CSF required.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekly

External Laboratory:

Australian Rickettsial Reference Laboratory