Babesiosis laboratory findings

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

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Overview

Babesiosis is easy to diagnose but only if it is suspected. It will not show up on any routine tests. It must be suspected when a persons with exposure in an endemic area develops persistent fevers and hemolytic anemia.

Laboratory Findings

Electrolyte and Biomarker Studies

Babesiosis can be diagnosed by direct examination of the blood, with serology, or with PCR-based tests. Other laboratory findings include decreased numbers of red blood cells and platelets on complete blood count.

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