Lyme Disease Testing & Coinfection Evaluation
Accurate, comprehensive Lyme disease testing and evaluation to detect tick-borne infections, understand your symptoms, and guide personalized treatment support.
Detect early and correct. Access 200+ lab tests every year to drive your personalized care plan. All for only $111/month*billed annually
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What Is Lyme Disease Testing at Nava Health?
Lyme Disease Testing at Nava Health goes far beyond the basic screening (ELISA) offered at most general practice offices. We utilize advanced immunoblots and PCR (DNA) technology to detect Borrelia burgdorferi (the bacteria that causes Lyme) and its various coinfections like babesia, bartonella, ehrlichia, mycoplasma and more.
Standard medicine often treats Lyme as a simple bacterial infection. Functional medicine recognizes it as a complex immune event. Our testing evaluates not only the presence of the pathogen but also the state of your immune system, looking for the specific antibodies and inflammatory markers that indicate an active or chronic infection.
How It Works: A Comprehensive Investigation
We provide a clear path to diagnosis for complex, chronic cases.
Schedule Labs
Start with advanced lab testing that analyzes over 90 biomarkers to uncover hidden imbalances and guide your personalized care.
Consult with Medical Expert
Meet with a functional medicine expert to review your results and create a clear, personalized plan based on your goals.
Start Your Personalized Treatment Plan
Based on your labs and goals, we’ll create a custom plan with targeted treatments and lifestyle strategies to help you feel your best.
Track and Optimize Results
Stay on course with regular follow-ups and real-time progress tracking as your plan evolves to meet your body’s changing needs.
Symptoms & Signs Lyme and Coinfection Testing Can Help Uncover
Lyme affects every system in the body. If you have a cluster of these symptoms that fluctuate or migrate, testing is critical:
- Severe Fatigue: Exhaustion that is not relieved by sleep.
- Migratory Joint Pain: Pain that moves from knees to elbows or shoulders.
- Neurological Issues: Brain fog, memory loss, numbness, tingling, or “electric shock” sensations.
- Heart Palpitations: Irregular heartbeats or chest pain (Lyme Carditis).
- Psychiatric Symptoms: Sudden onset anxiety, depression, or mood swings.
- Night Sweats & Chills: Often a sign of the coinfection Babesia.
- Sole Sensitivity: Pain in the soles of the feet, especially in the morning (Bartonella).
How This Impacts Other Health Issues
Chronic Lyme suppresses the immune system and damages mitochondria. This can trigger Autoimmune Diseases (like Hashimoto’s), disrupt Hormonal Balance (causing adrenal fatigue), and weaken the gut lining, leading to severe food sensitivities. Treating the Lyme is often the key to resolving these secondary conditions.
Why These Treatments Work Better Together
Diagnosing Lyme is step one; treating the whole body is step two.
Lyme Testing + Ozone Therapy
Ozone is a powerful bio-oxidative therapy. Once testing confirms an infection, Ozone therapy can be used to lower the pathogen load (kill bacteria/viruses) while simultaneously modulating the immune system to fight back more effectively.
Lyme Testing + IV Micronutrient Therapy
Chronic infection depletes the body of nutrients. IV therapy (such as High-Dose Vitamin C or Glutathione) replenishes the cellular fuel needed to manage the “die-off” symptoms of treatment and supports the liver’s ability to detoxify.
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Why Accurate Lyme and Coinfection Testing Is Critical
The standard “two-tiered” testing used by the CDC misses up to 50% of chronic Lyme cases.
- False Negatives: Standard tests rely on your body producing antibodies. If your immune system is weak (which is common in chronic Lyme), you may test negative even if you are infected. Our advanced tests look closer.’
- The Coinfection Factor: Ticks rarely carry just Lyme. They carry a “cocktail” of pathogens. If you only treat Lyme but miss the Bartonella, you will likely not get better. Comprehensive testing ensures we treat the entire infection.
- Early vs. Late Stage: Different tests are needed depending on how long you have been sick. We select the right test for your timeline.
Why Choose Nava Health for Lyme Testing?
Lyme literacy matters.
- Lyme-Literate Providers: Our team understands the complexity of tick-borne illness and does not dismiss your symptoms as “all in your head.”
- Integrative Solutions: We don’t just prescribe antibiotics and wish you luck. We support your gut, your detox pathways, and your mental health throughout the healing process.
- Access to Top Labs: We partner with leading specialty laboratories (like IGeneX or Vibrant Wellness) known for the highest sensitivity in the industry.
What Clients Are Saying
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Lyme disease is often misdiagnosed because its symptoms overlap with other conditions, such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and autoimmune diseases. This makes an accurate diagnosis essential. Nava Health’s advanced testing helps differentiate Lyme from similar conditions, ensuring you receive the right treatment plan.
No, Lyme disease does not spread from person to person. It is transmitted through the bite of an infected black-legged tick. However, avoiding tick bites is crucial, especially if you live in or travel to high-risk areas. Wearing protective clothing, using insect repellent, and checking for ticks after outdoor activities can help prevent exposure.
There is evidence suggesting that Lyme disease can be transmitted from mother to baby during pregnancy. While cases are rare, untreated Lyme disease may lead to complications. If you are pregnant and have concerns about Lyme disease, our specialists can guide you through safe testing and treatment options to protect both you and your baby.
Ticks typically need to be attached for 24-48 hours to transmit Lyme disease bacteria. This means that early detection and removal are key in preventing infection. If you find a tick on your skin, remove it carefully with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms. If you suspect a recent tick bite, our doctors can provide appropriate testing and preventative solutions.
When left untreated, Lyme disease can progress to more serious health complications. Chronic Lyme symptoms may include persistent fatigue, joint pain, heart issues, neurological problems, and cognitive impairments. Over time, untreated Lyme disease may significantly impact your quality of life. Early detection and a personalized treatment plan can help manage symptoms and prevent long-term damage.
Ticks that carry Lyme disease may also transmit other infections, known as co-infections. Some of the most common co-infections include Babesia, Bartonella, and Anaplasma. These infections can complicate Lyme disease symptoms and make recovery more challenging. Proper testing helps identify co-infections, allowing for a comprehensive, custom treatment approach tailored to your health needs.
Anyone bitten by an infected tick can develop Lyme disease, but certain individuals may be more at risk for severe symptoms. Those with weakened immune systems, pre-existing health conditions, or multiple co-infections may experience more significant effects.
People who go undiagnosed or untreated for long periods are also more likely to develop chronic symptoms. Early diagnosis and a proactive treatment plan are essential for minimizing the impact of Lyme disease and improving long-term health.