Lyme Organism in Ticks (“Tick Test”)
Test performed on ticks.
CPT Code
87260
Methodology
Indirect Fluorescent Antibody (IFA)
Specimen Storage
Place tick in a re-sealable plastic bag with a damp cotton ball or paper towel.
Specimen Transport
Ticks should be mailed to the laboratory during the COVID-19 emergency. A fee of $36 may be paid by check or most credit cards. Please address mailed ticks to Sonoma County Public Health Laboratory, 3313 Chanate Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Setup Days
Specimens are processed Thursday mornings. Please submit your tick by the end of business on Wednesday to ensure your tick is included.
Turn-around-time
If your tick is positive, you will be notified via telephone by the end of business on Friday.
Lab Slip
Lyme Organism in Ticks(PDF: 108 Kb)
Please fill out the lab slip completely. Address and phone number are necessary for reporting.