Babesia ImmunoBlot IgG + IgM

About the Test

The Babesia ImmunoBlot IgG + IgM detects antibodies to Babesia antigens in the serum of patients suspected of having a Babesia infection. For diagnostic purposes, the Babesia ImmunoBlot test results should be used in conjunction with clinical symptoms and other evidence available to the diagnosing practitioner.

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