Rubella Antibody (IgG), Immune Status
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Serum
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test checks for immunity to Rubella, a viral infection that can cause rash, fever, and lymphadenopathy (swollen lymph nodes) in children and adults.
- Rubella Antibody (IgG), Immune Status
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Details
Rubella Antibody (IgG), Immune Status - This test checks for immunity to Rubella, a viral infection that can cause rash, fever, and lymphadenopathy (swollen lymph nodes) in children and adults. While many Rubella infections don't show symptoms, the virus can lead to serious birth defects if a pregnant woman gets infected. The best way to diagnose Rubella or to confirm immunity is through a blood test that looks for specific IgG antibodies.
What patients is this test right for?
This test is crucial for anyone who needs to confirm their immune status against Rubella, especially women planning pregnancy or individuals working in healthcare or childcare settings.
What type of sample is required for this test?
1 mL serum. A simple blood draw is needed.
2–5 business days
Index Interpretation
<0.90 Not consistent with immunity
0.90-0.99 Equivocal
≥1.00 Consistent with immunity
The presence of rubella IgG antibody suggests immunization or past or current infection with rubella virus.
<0.90 Not consistent with immunity
0.90-0.99 Equivocal
≥1.00 Consistent with immunity
The presence of rubella IgG antibody suggests immunization or past or current infection with rubella virus.
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 1 mL serum
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 1 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Transport tube
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 4 days
- Refrigerated: 7 days
- Frozen: 30 days
- Reject Criteria:
- Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Icteric
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
