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AcuDart TBRF Screening Test

Name: AcuDart TBRF Screening Test
Brand: AcuDart
SKU: TBRF Broad Coverage Ab Assay
Price: 149.0 USD
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Simple finger prick blood draw

Detects four markers. Most tests detect only one.

Note: This is a screening test and provides a Positive/Negative result. It does not provide details on species, bands, or IgM/IgG antibodies.

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AcuDart tests have a sensitivity greater than 90%, making them more accurate than any other DTC test or tests from commercial laboratories such as LabCorp or Quest. The AcuDart Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever (TBRF) Screening Test is the most comprehensive and accurate test available for TBRF because it identifies antibodies to the following four Borrelia species: B. miyamotoi, B. hermsii, B. parkeri, and B. turicatae. Most TBRF tests look for only one species and therefore miss many positive cases.

It looks like Lyme, behaves like Lyme, but it’s not Lyme. What is it? Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever, a disease that presents very similarly to Lyme but is caused by a different set of species of Borrelia than those that cause Lyme disease. TBRF can be transmitted through the bite of infected soft and hard ticks.

How Our Tests Work

Collect your sample at home and mail it back.

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Collecting Your Blood

All we need are a few drops.

That's right! A few drops of blood is all we need to test for four species of TBRF causing Borrelia. Our sample collection card is an alternative collection method, similar to an SST tube. Red blood cells are separated without a centrifuge, enabling the laboratory to perform tests on dry blood.

Is this methodology accurate? Yes! The test results have been cross-validated against standard finger prick and venous draws.

Collecting Your Blood

All we need are a few drops.

A few drops of blood is all we need to test for eight species of Lyme causing borrelia. Red blood cells are separated without a centrifuge, enabling the laboratory to perform tests on dry blood. The test results have been cross-validated against standard finger prick and venous draws.

AcuDart tests detect antibodies to multiple species of TBRF Borrelia.

B. hermsii

The most common cause of TBRF is B. hermsii. It is spread by the soft-bodied tick Ornithodoros hermsi.

B. miyamotoi

B. miyamotoi can infect humans through the bite of several species of hard-shell Ixodes ticks, the same kind of ticks that spread B. burgdorferi, the causative bacterium of Lyme disease.

B. parkeri

B. parkeri is a relapsing fever agent that causes human infection. B. parkeri strain HR1 was isolated from Ornithodoros parkeri ticks.

B. turicatae

B. turicatae is a spirochete that causes TBRF in the tropics and subtropics of the United States. It is the primary cause of TBRF in the southwestern United States and is transmitted by the vector, Ornithodoros turicata.

Frequently asked questions

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What does the AcuDart TBRF test detect, and how reliable is it?

The AcuDart TBRF Screening Test detects antibodies to multiple species of Borrelia responsible for Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever (TBRF). Using advanced recombinant protein technology, this test ensures high sensitivity and specificity, delivering reliable and accurate results.

AcuDart tests are among the most accurate available, with a sensitivity of just above 90%, outperforming traditional testing methods like PCR and the ELISA/Western blot (57.6%) protocol recommended by the CDC.

Does insurance cover AcuDart TBRF testing?

Unfortunately, insurance does not cover the cost of the AcuDart TBRF Screening Test, and FSA/HSA payments are not accepted. However, AcuDart strives to make testing affordable, offering pricing that is often lower than the costs associated with traditional healthcare visits.

Who should consider AcuDart TBRF testing, and can it detect co-infections?

This test is recommended for individuals who have been exposed to tick-prone environments, experienced tick bites, or exhibit symptoms such as recurring fever, headaches, muscle aches, and fatigue commonly associated with TBRF.

While this test focuses on TBRF, AcuDart offers a Disease Screening Test Panel designed to detect multiple co-infections from a single sample.

What sample is required for AcuDart TBRF testing, and how do I collect it properly?

A small blood sample, collected via a simple finger prick, is required for the TBRF test. The test kit includes detailed instructions and all necessary tools to ensure a safe and easy at-home sample collection process.

What do the results mean, and what should I do if I test positive for TBRF?

- Positive Result: Indicates the presence of antibodies to Borrelia species associated with TBRF, suggesting past or current exposure. Consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and potential treatment options.

- Negative Result: Suggests no detectable antibodies at the time of testing. However, early-stage infections or low antibody levels may require follow-up testing if symptoms persist.

How long does it take to get results?

Results are typically available within 3-5 business days (digitally) after the lab receives your sample. You will be notified via a secure portal when your results are ready to view.