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Hi, I was wondering if anyone has had the Igenex tissue PCR biopsy from an endoscopy? I am having one next week and would have this done if it is more accurate then the blood tests which I have had. I still need a diagnosis. My blood results were not definitive. My symptoms indicate possible Lyme but my Dr. is not considering it. Thanks for advice, Jessielee
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So you don't have an LLMD? Lyme is a clinical diagnosis. Testing just helps them decide, along with your SYMPTOMS.
I haven't had a biopsy done. Contact www.igenex.com for more information..... and hopefully, someone here has had one!!
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hshbmom
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We sent the upper endoscopic biopsies to MDL of NJ as recommended by THE LL pediatric gastroenterologist.
The biopsies came back positive for Mycoplasma general species.
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jessie, you might also have them do a CELIAC biopsy since they are in that area.
tutu and i never knew we were allergic to gluten/wheat products; i learned i'm allergic to dairy products as well.
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In addition to celiac, be sure to check for H.pylori bacteria.
I wish I'd known to check for celiac; I see many symptoms of it.
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WildCondor
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Send them to MDL, bring the sample bottles with you and mail them yourself after the MD puts them in there for you. It's easy, just ask them.
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