The First At-Home Test for Infected Ticks Could Improve Lyme Disease Diagnosis
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LymeAlert, the first at-home test to detect Lyme disease infection in ticks, will launch in August 2026, enabling early detection and treatment within the critical 72-hour window before symptoms develop, reducing unnecessary antibiotic prescribing.
Product launches in August 2026; real-world uptake and clinical impact remain to be seen.
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