any info or input appreciated Thanks Cheri
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
All of the bands except 41 are Lyme specific and there are arguments that 41 is very specific as well. Depends upon which scientist you are talking to.
This is the list of important bands that DR C says are very significant:
Quote:
"The significant antibodies, in my opinion, are the 18, 23-25, 28, 30, 31, 34, 39, 58, 66 and 93."
From the WB explanation:
"Many would say the " +/-" equivocal ["IND"] bands are not significant. The problem I have with that, is that there are "-" negative bands. The lab has no trouble calling some bands negative. So they must be seeing something when they put "+/-" at some bands.
The only thing that makes sense, is that there is a little bit of that antibody present in your serum. If the "+/-" equivocal IND is reported on the borrelia associated bands, it is usually significant, in my clinical experience. This is a strong clue that I am on the right track." (Dr C)
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Your test results mean you need to find an LLMD right away. If you're worried about a negative test .. then treat for at least one month, take 10 days off, then retest with Igenex.
Posted by Pinelady (Member # 18524) on :
Cheri I think you have enough evidence to treat. I would seek a LLMD to help you.
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
My LLMD says that bands 18 and 58 are significant Lyme bands. I would see an LLMD for a diagnosis. It is such a tricky, complicated disease.