Rubella (German measles) IgG (immunity screen)
About This Test |
Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: 4ml clotted blood (1ml if paediatric), red top,
Turnaround Time: 1-3 days |
Detection of rubella IgG in serum to determine immunity (past infection/vaccination)
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable
Clinical decision points: Interpretive comments included in report
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis