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Lyme Disease : Tests

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Lyme disease
A blood test can be done to check for antibodies to the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. The most commonly used is the ELISA for Lyme disease test.
Source:ADAM
Date:March 17, 2009
Lyme Disease
In children, symptoms of Lyme disease can mimic those of other common childhood conditions, and children may not realize they have been bitten by a tick; therefore, diagnosis of Lyme disease in children can be difficult. Therefore, diagnosis of Ly...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Lyme Disease
Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are critical to preventing the neurologic complications of Lyme disease.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
Lyme Disease
A clear diagnosis of Lyme disease can be difficult, and relies on information the patient provides and the doctor's clinical judgment, particularly through elimination of other possible causes of the symptoms. Lyme disease may mimic other conditio...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Lyme Disease
A clear diagnosis of Lyme disease can be difficult, and relies on information the patient provides and the doctor's clinical judgment, particularly through elimination of other possible causes of the symptoms. Lyme disease may mimic other conditio...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine

Specific Tests Articles

Physical examination
During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 23, 2009
Lyme disease antibody
Lyme disease antibody tests are used to help diagnose Lyme disease.Lyme disease serology; ELISA for Lyme disease; Western blot for Lyme disease.Blood is typically drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The...
Source:ADAM
Date:April 18, 2009
Ticks and Lyme Disease
One disease often spread by deer ticks is Lyme disease, an infection that can affect the skin, joints, brain, heart and other organs.
Source:StayWell
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