Test Category: Microbiology
Investigation Name:Rubella Antibodies
Alias or Abbreviation:n/a
Pathology Laboratory:Microbiology Serology Ext 88255
Requestable Seperately?No
Units:n/a
Minimum Sample Volume:5-10ml
Expected Turnaround Time:1 day from receipt
Test Code:RUBSC
Sample Type:
Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)Complex Reference Range:Rubella IgG screen is requested for immmunity check. Rubella IgM will not become positive until up to 2 weeks after onset of the rash, so is of little use in diagnosing acute infection.
Collection Conditions / Other Information:If delay in transport to laboratory please store in fridge. This test is processed each day during the normal working week.
Referred to Another Laboratory?No
