Question about Igenex test

Hi Solid8, welcome to the board!

How long have you been sick?  I think the tests you have chosen from IgeneX are a good place to start.  Although no test is completely reliable, I think the Western Blot is a good choice because it gives a breakdown of numerical bands and some are specific for Lyme.  Even if the test is not positive by CDC standards (which require several bands to be present to be positive) it can be telling by which bands show.  Getting tested for the co-infections is very important.

Below is a Lyme disease symptom list.  You can have any combination of symptoms. 

Unexplained fevers, sweats, chills, or flushing
Unexplained weight change--loss or gain
Fatigue, tiredness, poor stamina
Unexplained hair loss
Swollen glands
Sore throat
Testicular pain/pelvic pain
Unexplained menstrual irregularity
Unexplained milk production: breast pain
Irritable bladder or bladder dysfunction
Sexual dysfunction or loss of libido
Upset stomach
Change in bowel function-constipation, diarrhea
Chest pain or rib soreness
Shortness of breath, cough
Heart palpitations, pulse skips, heart block
Any history of a heart murmur or valve prolapse?
Joint pain or swelling
Stiffness of the joints, neck, or back
Muscle pain or cramps
Twitching of the face or other muscles
Headache
Neck creeks and cracks, neck stiffness, neck pain
Tingling, numbness, burning or stabbing sensations, shooting pains
Facial paralysis (Bell's Palsy)
Eyes/Vision: double, blurry, increased floaters, light sensitivity
Ears/Hearing: buzzing, ringing, ear pain, sound sensitivity
lncreased motion sickness, vertigo, poor balance
Lightheadedness, wooziness
Tremor
Confusion, difficulty in thinking
Difficulty with concentration, reading
Forgetfulness, poor short term memory
Disorientation: getting lost, going to wrong places
Difficulty with speech or writing

It is very important to see a knowledgeable doctor.  Many doctors do not understand Lyme and treat with outdated protocols.   If you need a doctor recommendation, you can email me at [email protected]  

Hi Solid8.  I am sorry you have been sick for so long.

I don't know how much the tests cost, but I believe it would be more than $200 for all of them.  You can call IgeneX at 800-832-3200 to find out.  If it is too expensive, you may want to check out how much the antibody tests are for the co-infections.  That may be a place to start instead of having the panel done (which is more than one test) if you cannot afford it.

Hi Solid8.  I understand the stress of finances.  Did you ask about the prices for the Western Blot IgM/IgG and antibody co-infection tests only and not the complete panels for Lyme and the co-infections?  This may be more affordable and is a place to start instead of doing the complete panels.