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Rubella, Immune Status

Test Code
RUBEL


Preferred Specimen
Serum, 1 - 2 ml


Transport Container
SST tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated - Serum stable up to 8 days


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Rubella (German measles) is usually a mild disease. However, rubella virus contracted during pregnancy may produce fetal abnormalities, spontaneous abortion, miscarriage, or stillbirth. Serological testing for rubell a virus antibody permits detection of nonimmune individuals. Immunization is appropriate for nonimmune women of childbearing age. This assay detects both IgG and IgM anti-rubella antibodies.




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