Band 18

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Not sure

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Posted 7/27/2015 11:49 AM (GMT -5)

Why does igenex test band 18 if it's not even specific to lyme and is "unknown"? I don't understand.....

Girlie

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Posted 7/27/2015 12:38 PM (GMT -5)

That is a good question. I have my Igenex test result in front of me...and it's one that's tested, but it's not listed as part of a positive diagnosis... (not a 'double starred' band)

Hoping someone might know...

Traveler

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Posted 7/27/2015 1:03 PM (GMT -5)

It's controversial still. Some say that although it's part of the tail of the bacteria, only Lyme has this part. Others don't agree.

The 'recognized' Lyme specific bands are changing as more and more research is being done.

daddylonglegs

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Posted 7/27/2015 1:05 PM (GMT -5)

Graphic i see says its an outer surface protein....

Traveler

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Posted 7/27/2015 1:58 PM (GMT -5)

This is the best and most complete (with references!) listing I have ever come across for the description of the bands and what they mean:
www.reocities.com/HotSprings/Oasis/6455/western-blot.txt

Not sure

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Posted 7/27/2015 2:26 PM (GMT -5)

Awesome list, traveler!

Traveler

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Posted 7/27/2015 2:30 PM (GMT -5)

It's been a favorite of mine for a few years now!

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