Ehrlichia Ab Panel

Human ehrlichiosis is a tick-borne disease caused by rickettsial-like agents. Two forms, human monocytic ehrlichiosis (HME) and human granulocytic ehrlichiosis (HGE), have been described. HME is often referred to as "spotless" or rashless Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and has been reported in various regions of the United States. The causative agent of HME has been identified as Ehrlichia chaffeensis. Infected individuals produce specific antibodies to Ehrlichia chaffeensis which can be detected by an immunofluorescent antibody (IFA) test.

E. chaffeensis (HME) IgG Titer

Optimal range: 0 - 0.015625 Units

E. chaffeensis (HME) IgM Titer

Optimal range: 0 - 0.05 Units

HGE IgG Titer

Optimal range: 0 - 0.015625 Units

HGE IgM Titer

Optimal range: 0 - 0.05 Units