You Can Now Test Ticks for Lyme Disease-Causing Bacteria at Home
A new kit, LymeAlert, tells you in minutes whether ticks carry the bacterium that causes Lyme disease.
A groundbreaking at-home test for ticks, called LymeAlert, is set to revolutionize the detection of Lyme disease-causing bacteria. The kit allows users to determine if the tick they were bitten by carries the bacterium responsible for Lyme disease. To use the test, individuals place the tick in the kit's container, add a solution, and insert a test strip.
Results are available within 30 minutes. The kit, available for pre-order at $49.99, is co-founded by physician assistant Dawicki, who developed the idea to empower patients to test their tick for Lyme when they return home. This at-home test could help patients know when to see a healthcare professional and avoid unnecessary antibiotic use.
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