Borrelia Burgdorferi IgM

Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi which is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected tick. The body's immune system produces IgM antibodies as the first line of defense against the bacterium. Testing for the presence of B. burgdorferi IgM antibodies in the blood helps to identify an early-stage infection. Early detection is important as Lyme disease can lead to severe health complications if left untreated.