Rubella immunity screen (IgG antibodies)
Synonyms
Rubella immunity screen
Clinical Indications
Confirmation of immunity to Rubella due to past infection or
vaccination
Test Includes
Detection of IgG antibodies to Rubella virus
Part of Profile
Included in the routine ante-natal screen
Request Form
Request via ICE
Availability
On request during routine working hours; samples tested
fortnightly, usually on Wednesday. Urgent samples on request
Specific Criteria
Please give detailed clinical information, including date of
onset/contact with the suspected infection
Turnaround Time
Samples tested fortnightly, usually on Wednesday
Specimen
Serum, Red or gold top (SST) tube
Volume
7 ml
Container
Collection
Samples should be transported to laboratory immediately.
Lab Handling
Aliquot and store at 4ºC; store at -40ºC for 12 months
from date of receipt if ante-natal, otherwise for 3 months from
date of receipt
Causes for Rejection
Unlabelled / inadequately labelled sample
Leaking sample