Overview
This is a monocentric, experimental, non-pharmacological and non-device no profit study.
The study is experimental because all the visits and blood withdrawals foreseen by the protocol do not fall within the normal clinical practice.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- all individuals aged > 8 years presenting for tick removal.
- Individuals providing signed informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
- tick not available for analysis