Grip close to the skin
Use fine-tipped tweezers or a tick removal tool. Grip the tick as close to the skin as possible.
How to Use LymeAlert Test Kit
Test the tick at home for rapid insight in under 30 minutes.
Watch the 3-minute demonstration or follow the written steps below. Always follow the instructions included with your test kit.
Before You Begin
Make sure you have everything ready for the test.
Tick Crusher™ (base and lid)
Test solution tube
Test strip
Remove the Tick Safely
Use the right technique to avoid damaging the sample.
Pull upward steadily
Pull upward with steady, even pressure. Do not twist or squash the tick.
RUN THE TEST
Follow these Simple Steps
Perform the test and set a timer to check results.
Add the tick and processing solution
#1. Safely remove the tick. Place tick into Tick Crusher. Empty buffer solution completely into Tick Crusher.
Close and crush
#2. Snap lid on base of Tick Crusher (cannot be reopened). Twist lid at least 10 times. Confirm tick is crushed by looking through clear window on bottom of Tick Crusher.
Insert the strip
#3. Insert test strip into slot in lid with arrow facing down. Read results at 30 minutes. Test should not be read after 40 minutes. Some positive results may appear in 15 minutes or less.
READ YOUR RESULTS
Understanding Your Results
Data about the tick to help guide your next step.
Positive
Two lines (test + control): Positive result.
Negative
One line (control): Negative result.
Take the Next Step with Confidence
The LymeAlert App is a companion tool to the LymeAlert tick test kit. It can help:
Confirm Results
Scan the test strip using the app for definitive results.
Support Next Steps
Connect to telehealth or televet services for guidance on next steps.
Hotspot Mapping
Track tick-borne disease expansion and identify high-risk geographic areas.
Don’t wait for symptoms. Take action early.
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FAQ
How accurate is the test?
LymeAlert detects the presence of Borrelia burgdorferi, the pathogen that can cause Lyme disease in ticks, with lab-level accuracy.
Can I use the test for pets?
Yes, the test works with ticks removed from both humans and animals.
What should I do after I get my results?
Consult with a medical or healthcare provider.
How long does it take to get results?
Results are available in under 30 minutes.
What should I do if the result is positive?
Contact your healthcare provider and download the LymeAlert app for additional information.
Does this kit test humans or animals?
This product tests the tick only.
Does this test diagnose Lyme disease?
This test does not diagnose Lyme disease in humans or animals. It is intended to detect Borrelia burgdorferi in ticks.