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Pedi Lyme Net Biobank

The Largest Pediatric Lyme Disease Biobank in the United States

Since 2018, GLA has been supporting Pedi Lyme Net, a multi-center pediatric Lyme disease research network that collects clinical data and biological samples from children. It serves as a critical resource to help accelerate research that improves early detection and treatment for kids.

RESEARCHERS: biobank collaboration & access
Pedi Lyme Net Map Larger
Map is adapted from CDC 2023 reported cases of Lyme disease. Each dot represents the county of residence for each reported case.

Impact at a Glance

  • 6,000+ children enrolled 
  • Largest and only pediatric Lyme sample repository in the U.S.
  • Blood + urine biospecimens collected, enabling advanced diagnostic research
  • 22+ peer-reviewed publications
  • 18+ collaborations across academia, industry, and government

An Unparalleled Resource for Pediatric Lyme Research

By capturing cases at the point of care, Pedi Lyme Net provides pediatric samples and clinical data rarely available elsewhere. This enables researchers to:

  • Study how Lyme presents in children and symptom patterns
  • Improve early-stage diagnostics
  • Examine co-infections and regional differences
  • Explore factors that influence disease severity and outcomes
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