Do not not crush, burn, or prick the tick, this may cause the tick to salivate or regurgitate infected fluids. Do not try to smother with mineral oil or petroleum jelly type products.
Ticks can store enough oxygen to complete their feeding.
Wash hands and the bite site with warm soapy water. Disinfect the tweezers. Save the tick and for your doctor in case you become ill. Your doctor will we able to use the info.