Borrelia Diagnostics Update (2022)
Galaxy Diagnostics cofounder/CEO, Dr. Amanda Elam, and Director of Research and Development/Asst. Lab Director, Dr. Jennifer Miller discuss the latest updates to Borrelia testing and recommendations in this webinar. Topics included:
- Borrelia spp.infection prevalence and pathogenesis
- Utility and limitations of antibody testing
- Advantages of direct detection with Lyme Borrelia Nanotrap® Antigen Test
- Recommended testing strategies for acute and chronic Borrelia infection
Full transcript available here.
Bartonella Diagnostics Update (2021)
Galaxy cofounders, Dr. Ed Breitschwerdt and Dr. Amanda Elam, discuss the latest updates to Bartonella testing and recommendations in this 45-minute presentation. Topics included:
- Bartonella pathogenesis and disease prevalence
- Bartonella ddPCR, Bartonella Digital ePCR, and the 4-species IFA serology panel
- Three case reports that emphasize the benefits of combining Galaxy’s direct and indirect detection test methods
Full transcript available here.
Understanding Bartonella: A One Health Perspective (2015)
Approximately 75% of emerging infectious diseases affecting humans are zoonotic (transmitted from animals to humans). Vectors (e.g., fleas, ticks, lice, biting flies, etc.) play an important role in transmitting zoonotic infections. Individuals at high-risk of acquiring Bartonella infection include those who work or live with animals, or those with high exposure to fleas, ticks, lice and biting flies. Stealth infections such as bartonellosis are increasingly implicated in complex chronic disease syndromes, yet are extremely difficult to diagnose accurately.
Montacalvo Platform for Tick-Borne Illness Education
Provided by Invisible International, the Montecalvo Platform for Tick-Borne Illness Education offers physicians and other healthcare providers with free, accredited CME (continuing medical education) modules focused on tick-borne diseases. Each module includes an evaluation and certificate upon completion for those seeking CME credit. This platform is also open to the general public for viewing.
