30/03/2026
Getting a tick-bite used to be a more seasonal thing in the Northern Hemisphere. We associated spring with the time of year when ticks would come out of hibernation, start to be more active and combined with our own behaviour of being outdoors more and wearing shorts/T-shirts, the combination was known to lead to more tick bites.
However, with milder winters in many countries, as well as earlier spring weather, ticks are often on the move throughout the winter and start their breeding season earlier.
As the weather improves and you head outside don’t forget to:
1. Wear long sleeves and tuck trousers into socks.
2. Use an insect repellent that is effective against ticks.
3. Stick to well-maintained paths vs long grass where possible.
4. Carry a tick removal tool.
5. After being outside, check yourself, your children, and your pets. Shower as soon as you can.
If you are bitten and start to feel unwell, get tested promptly. Standard serology testing for Lyme disease frequently produces false negatives, particularly if testing is not done early enough as Lyme suppresses the immune system.
TCell/iSpot testing looks directly at the immune response inside the cells, giving a more accurate picture of what is actually going on. Here at GLXG, we test for Lyme disease using antibody and TCell/iSpot methods.
Get in touch at info@glxg.com or find out more at www.glxg.com
Global Lab eXpert Group (GLXG) Ltd.
