Review
doi: 10.1016/j.idc.2007.12.005.
Lyme disease: laboratory issues
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- DOI: 10.1016/j.idc.2007.12.005
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Lyme disease: laboratory issues
Infect Dis Clin North Am.
2008 Jun.
Abstract
This article describes the laboratory modalities available to confirm the diagnosis of Lyme borreliosis. Use and limitations of these methods are discussed. Current guidelines for the use of recommended serologic methods and discussion of newer methods also are provided.
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