Igenex Testing

Are IGeneX tests reliable?

IGeneX ImmunoBlots Are Superior Lyme Disease Tests

The two-tier ELISA/Western Blot testing recommended by the CDC uses result criteria developed in 1994 when far less was known about Lyme disease. These tests don't provide physicians with a complete picture for accurate diagnosis.

How much does IGeneX testing cost?

Each Lyme or TBRF BCA assay costs $195 and is available to be ordered through a physician. For a datasheet on the BCA Assays, please go here. For more information on all IGeneX tests, please visit www.igenex.com..

What kind of test is IGeneX?

For over 25 years, IGeneX has been the global leader in the research and development of tests that accurately detect Lyme disease, Relapsing Fever, and other tick-borne diseases.

Is IGeneX FDA approved?

Is IGeneX FDA approved? IGeneX is not required to be FDA approved. IGeneX provides services on clinical samples.

What is the most accurate test for Lyme's disease?

A blood test does not only detect Lyme disease; it is the most accurate and preferred test for diagnosing the disease. If a patient with Lyme disease shows signs that the central nervous system has been affected by the disease, western blot testing on the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) can be performed.

Does insurance cover tick testing?

As insurance companies rely on policy and guidelines in making coverage decisions, insurance companies are not obligated to cover the treatment of Lyme Disease per the guidelines issued by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), which insurance companies rely on to systematically deny claims associated with ...