Lyme testing lab

Val319 said...
A variation of my original question but I’ll simplify it. Just a last check. Only Lyme test was EAI (immunoassay antibodies)

1. Right now I’m looking at igenex running western blot 188 & 189. Coinfections testing CP3. Anyone familiar with the codes am I missing anything. CD57 isn’t paid for so not testing.

2. Is igenex recommended? If not who is.

I understand this is not a 100% accurate test. Labcorp never ran the western blot requested by my dr. I did research on this. Labcorp changes a dr western block request to EAI w reflex. From what I understand if the antibodies are not present no western blot is ran.

I just want to make sure I get it right. I have to see if my hospital will draw the blood. I appreciate all the help.

Yes the Lyme WB 188 and 189 is good

What tests are in the CP3?

Yes Igenex is a good lab - one of the best and accepted by LLMD’s.

I had the same thing happen with my first test - the WB wasn’t done because the initial screening test was negative.

Well, it certainly looks like it's comprehensive...but it's gotta be expensive??


While it's not necessary to test for the coinfections (most LLMD's will clinically diagnose the coinfections...or some even treat them all regardless) - I understand the desire to test and see if you can confirm some.


I initially just did the Lyme WB test.

Then 2 years later, LLND suggested I try a relatively inexpensive test here in Canada (not recognized for tick borne disease testing) - and since it was relatively inexpensive ($125 per infection - PCR testing both urine and saliva) - I decided to test for Candida, Babesia and Bartonella - not expecting much.
Total $375.

I was positive for bartonella...via blood pcr.

And...that was useful as I had been treating bart for over a year by that time.

Thank you!