LymeNet Flash: False Positives on Western Blot?

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Posted by Jaymz (Member # 7197) on :

Does anyone know the approx rate of false positives on the Western Blot?

I have positive(s) on IGeneX's IGG and IgM Western Blot for Lyme. Just trying to educate my Dr.

Thanks!

Posted by janet thomas (Member # 7122) on :

The only two conditions, AFAIK, that can cause a F P WB are possibly syphilis or gingivitis.

Do you have a copy of your WB?

Please post it if you do.