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Lyme Disease DNA |
RT-PCR |
Not detected |
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| PRIMARY |
| 1 |
Fluid Synovial |
1 (0.5) mL
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Room Temperature - 48 Hour(s)/Refrigerated - 7 Day(s)/Frozen - 30 Day(s) |
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| ALTERNATE |
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CSF |
1 (0.5) mL
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Room Temperature - 48 Hour(s)/Refrigerated - 7 Day(s)/Frozen - 30 Day(s) |
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The diagnosis of Lyme disease is most often made by clinical examination combined with evidence of tick bite or exposure in endemic areas. Amplification of Borrelia genomic DNA from blood, fluids or tissues can support the diagnosis.
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| Setup Schedule |
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| Reported (Analytical Time) |
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Same day
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CPT Code
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87801
The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.
CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party.
Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
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