Test Name
Lyme Disease DNA by PCR, CSF/SYN
Alternate DescriptionBorrelia Burgdorferi DNA, PCR, CSF/SYN
Lab Section
Specimen Processing Area
Fluid TypeCSF or Synovial Fluid
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Sterile CSF Container or fluid container
Container Whole Blood Required1 ml Spinal Fluid in a Sterile Container or Synovial fluid in a sterile container
Summary Test NameLyme Disease DNA by PCR, CSF
Minimum Volume0.5 ml Spinal or Synovial Fluid
Specimen TransportFreeze
Specimen Preparation In HouseDo Not Spin
Reference ValueAccompanies report