PROVIDER INITIATED TEST - The Babesia microti (IgG, IgM) test is a blood test used to detect antibodies produced in response to Babesia microti, a parasite transmitted by ticks. Measuring both IgM and IgG antibodies helps assess possible recent or past exposure to Babesia, which can cause babesiosis.
This test is commonly ordered when symptoms such as fever, chills, fatigue, muscle aches, sweats, or unexplained anemia are present, particularly after possible tick exposure. Results can help support evaluation of tick-borne illness and guide further testing or clinical management when indicated.
Babesia microti (IgG, IgM)
PROVIDER INITIATED TEST - The Babesia microti (IgG, IgM) test is a blood test used to detect antibodies produced in response to Babesia microti, a parasite transmitted by ticks. Measuring both IgM and IgG antibodies helps assess possible recent or past exposure to Babesia, which can cause babesiosis.
This test is commonly ordered when symptoms such as fever, chills, fatigue, muscle aches, sweats, or unexplained anemia are present, particularly after possible tick exposure. Results can help support evaluation of tick-borne illness and guide further testing or clinical management when indicated.
