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Posted 2/26/2015 10:01 PM (GMT 0)
I read just now that all IGENIX test come back igenix positive. Is there any truth to this???
Posted 2/26/2015 10:12 PM (GMT 0)
No, it is not true. I'm not sure what anyone has to gain by making such a statement. They certainly haven't proven that! The Igenex test is more sensitive that the standard ones.

Have a look at our "New to Lyme?" thread at the top of the forum. It has good and accurate information.
Posted 2/26/2015 10:13 PM (GMT 0)
I have personally heard from many people who receive Igenex Negative test results (so I think that statement is false).
Posted 2/26/2015 10:21 PM (GMT 0)
I think what they meant was their test are so sensitive that most people will show some bands. Not knocking Igenix but saying that if everyone was tested they would have some show up. What do yall think about that??? I just received these results today so Im trying to learn!
Posted 2/26/2015 10:41 PM (GMT 0)
justinj - yes, Igenex tests are more sensitive than others....but they're sensitive to lyme antibodies that we produce....which is what we want.

If our body is producing antibodies to lyme bacteria...then it means exposure.
Posted 2/26/2015 10:47 PM (GMT 0)
Well, what are your test results? We can help you understand them!!
Posted 2/26/2015 11:12 PM (GMT 0)
Oops!! Found them here for those that wish to see them: www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=30&m=3341900
Posted 2/26/2015 11:19 PM (GMT 0)
yes sorry I should have posted both questions in same topic! So in your opinions mine are positive. Sorry Im new to this. Prolly dumb questions you all hear a lot
Posted 2/26/2015 11:20 PM (GMT 0)
Hi my dr said the same thing that everyone has lyme through igenix so i decided to switch because i want an igenix test done so i have an appointm march9 with the llmd
Posted 2/26/2015 11:21 PM (GMT 0)
Yes I know I have heard that from two drs since I sent my blood off three weeks ago. It can all be so confusing!!! WHO TO BELIEVE!!!???
Posted 2/26/2015 11:59 PM (GMT 0)
so based on my results what would be your opinion?
Posted 2/27/2015 12:45 AM (GMT 0)
You have Lyme, justinj - no doubts about it (sorry).

Sorry you're dealing with so many clueless doctors. It certainly doesn't help matters.
Posted 2/27/2015 3:46 AM (GMT 0)
I had a negative from Igenex, so it does happen. My LLND is treating based on symptoms, I recently had a positive babesia test come back so were assuming I have lyme even though igenex said negative.
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