Virology
| Full details for "Rubella serology". | |
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Name |
Rubella serology |
Alternative name/Profile |
German measles / congenital rubella syndrome / CRS / Togavirus / lymphadenopathy / erythematous rash / maculopapular rash / Arthritis / Thrombocytopenia |
Department |
Virology |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Peripheral blood, oral fluid |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
6 ml clotted Red top serum tube |
Frequency of analysis |
Daily. |
Turnaround time |
3 days |
Availability |
Monday to Friday |
Notes |
Rubella reinfection can be demonstrated through a rise in IgG concentrations or detection of IgM in a patient with preexisting IgG antibodies to the virus. IgM levels in reinfection are usually lower and more transient than in primary infection . A molecular qualitative assay to directly detect rubella in serum or saliva (oral fluid) is available by arrangement. Specimens for Rubella serology are sent to National Virus Reference Laboratory, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4. Send sample to the laboratory without delay. Sample should be refrigerated if not transported immediately. |
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Last updated |
Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:43:04 IST |