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Tick ID with Reflex to Borrelia species DNA, Real-Time PCR, Tick
Test Code90558
CPT Codes
87168
Includes
When applicable, Borrelia species DNA, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR, Tick will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87801)
Applicable results:
• Ixodes scapularis (Deer Tick)
• Ixodes pacificus (Western Black-legged Tick)
• Ixodes angustus
• Ixodes species (probably Ixodes pacificus). Head and mouthparts missing.
• Ixodes species (probably Ixodes scapularis). Head and mouthparts missing.
• Ixodes spinipalpis
Applicable results:
• Ixodes scapularis (Deer Tick)
• Ixodes pacificus (Western Black-legged Tick)
• Ixodes angustus
• Ixodes species (probably Ixodes pacificus). Head and mouthparts missing.
• Ixodes species (probably Ixodes scapularis). Head and mouthparts missing.
• Ixodes spinipalpis
Preferred Specimen
70% alcohol preserved tick, insect, larva, etc. collected in a plastic, sterile, leak-proof container
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Dried samples
Methodology
Microscopic and Macroscopic Examination
Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 4-7 days
Reference Range
See Laboratory Report
Clinical Significance
Identification of the Ixodes tick species will result in reflex to Real-Time PCR for detection of Borrelia species in the tick. The diagnosis of Borreliosis is most often made by clinical examination combined with evidence of a tick bite and/or exposure in endemic areas. Amplification of Borrelia genomic DNA from a tick can help support the diagnosis.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20153