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What Are The Signs And Symptoms Of Lyme Disease?

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Posted on Thu, 20 Apr 2017
Question: If I have four band for Lyme test does it mean I have Lyme disease ?
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Answered by Dr. Indranil Ghosh (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Even 1-2 bands may be sufficient

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query.

If you have suggestive symptoms or signs, even 1 or 2 bands in Western Blot test may be sufficient to diagnose Lyme disease.

Much depends on the clinician who is interpreting the test.

Hope this helps.
Regards
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What Are The Signs And Symptoms Of Lyme Disease?

Brief Answer: Even 1-2 bands may be sufficient Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for your query. If you have suggestive symptoms or signs, even 1 or 2 bands in Western Blot test may be sufficient to diagnose Lyme disease. Much depends on the clinician who is interpreting the test. Hope this helps. Regards