LymeNet Flash: Igenex test, which one?

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Posted by ishandraaa (Member # 51610) on :

So I am getting ready to get my kit from Igenex. I am wondering which test I should order?

They are all pretty expensive so I want to make sure I get the right one for me.

I have chronic lyme, over 20 years. Should I get the Western Blot or immunoblot? Or the new one IGXspot?

I am fairly new to this and am not sure what would give me the best chance at a real result.

Thanks in advance.

Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :

I would go with the standard Western Blot ..but if you can afford it, do the new one.

I really don't know very much about the new tests.

Posted by Tincup (Member # 5829) on :

Aren't you on antibiotics?

Posted by Tincup (Member # 5829) on :

Here is the "What Tests Should I Get" page...

https://sites.google.com/site/marylandlyme/lab-tests/what-tests-should-i-get

Posted by ishandraaa (Member # 51610) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Tincup:
Aren't you on antibiotics?

No I'm not on antibiotics. I was hoping the Dr would let me do a round before doing the blood work. I heard it helps boost your chances of getting a more accurate result.

That however is just what I've read. I am also wanting to see if I should do a deep tissue massage and take some supplements to help also.

I am willing to save whatever amount of money I need to get the best result. I have been getting the Blot test from Quest. So as far as Igenex I have no idea which one is really best.

I'm on Lyrica, Propranolol, Maxalt, Lamictal, B12, Milk thistle and a Daily Vitamin.

I am basically just treating the symptoms right now. Since I haven't been diagnosed yet, they wont give me antibiotics.. Haven't seen a LLmd yet.