Point-of-Care Lyme Test Could Reduce Referrals Out of Urgent Care

Point-of-Care Lyme Test Could Reduce Referrals Out of Urgent Care

It’s common for patients complaining of fatigue, fever, stiff joints, and overall body aches and malaise to seek treatment in an urgent care center. Depending on the season and what examination reveals—a telltale bullseye rash, for example—the clinician might suspect Lyme disease and be inclined to suggest the patient see another provider for testing and treatment. Even if they’re able to test on site, the patient would have to wait several days for the results …

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