Tick ID with Reflex to Borrelia species DNA, Real-Time PCR, Tick QTIKID
| Method(s) | Microscopic and Macroscopic Examination |
|---|---|
| Synonym | Tick ID with Reflex to Lyme Disease DNA |
| Components | When applicable, Borrelia species DNA, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR, Tick will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87801) |
| Specimen Required | |
| Collect | 70 percent alcohol preserved tick, insect, larva, etc. in a plastic sterile leak-proof container. |
| Transport | Transfer tick ambient (Min: 1 tick). |
| Stability | Ambient: 14 days Refrigerated: 14 days Frozen: Unacceptable |
| Unacceptable Conditions | Dried samples |
| Schedule | Mon-Sat; Report available: 6-10 days |
| CPTCode | 87168 |
| Notes | Performing Laboratory-Quest Diagnostics-Chantilly VA |
| Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s) | |
