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Test Code LAB2268 Rubella Antibody, IgG

Additional Codes:

RUB

Collection:

Specimen: Blood

Container: Serum Separator or Plain Red Tube

Volume: 7 mL; Minimum 3 mL

Pediatric Collection:

Two Gold or Red microtainers filled 600 uL.

Storage Instructions:

Specimen may be held overnight at Room Temperature. Refrigerate for storage beyond 12 hours. Serum may be stored for up to 7 days at 2-8C. For longer storage, serum must be frozen at -20 or colder.

Turnaround Time (TAT):

Results reported same day as performed.

Test Availability:

Monday – Friday

Assay:

0.3 ml serum

Request Form:

Routine Laboratory Request Form

Send To:

UMC MAIN LABORATORY Specimen Receiving – EH319 Extension Hospital

Interpretive Data:

Result Status Interpretation

<   7 IU/mL

 Negative Patient is presumed to not be immune to infection with Rubella
8 - 9 IU/mL Equivocal Equivocal results; obtain an additional sample for re-testing.

> 10 IU/mL

 Positive IgG antibody result is at a level that is considered to indicate positive immunity.