Rubella Report Format
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What is the Rubella Test?
The Rubella test checks for the presence of antibodies (IgM and IgG) against the Rubella virus, which causes German measles. It is primarily used in pregnancy screening, infection diagnosis, or immunity verification.
What is a Rubella Report Format?
A Rubella report details the presence or absence of Rubella-specific antibodies, helping assess recent infection (IgM), past exposure, or vaccination-induced immunity (IgG).
Tests Included in Rubella Report
Test | Description |
Rubella IgM | Indicates recent or current Rubella infection. |
Rubella IgG | Suggests immunity from past infection or vaccination. |
Key Parts of a Rubella Report
Key Part | Description |
Sample Type | Serum (blood sample). |
Test Method | Usually ELISA or chemiluminescence. |
Result | Reported as Positive, Negative, or Equivocal. |
Interpretation | Explained according to infection status or immunity. |
Reference Range for Rubella Report
Antibody | Interpretation |
IgM Negative | No recent infection |
IgM Positive | Recent or acute Rubella infection |
IgG Negative | No immunity to Rubella |
IgG Positive | Immune (past infection or vaccine) |
Equivocal | Borderline; repeat test may be needed |
Parameters to Consider in Rubella Report
Parameter | Interpretation |
IgM Positive, IgG Negative | Suggests early active infection—requires clinical correlation. |
IgM Negative, IgG Positive | Indicates immunity—suitable for pregnancy planning. |
Both Positive | May indicate recent infection or reinfection. |
Both Negative | Susceptible to Rubella—vaccination may be advised. |
Guidelines for Rubella Report Format
Guideline | Description |
Pregnancy Testing | Rubella IgG is crucial in prenatal screening. |
Test Repeat | Equivocal results should be followed up within 2–3 weeks. |
Vaccination Note | IgG negative women should be vaccinated before conception. |
What Do the Results Mean?
Result Type | Interpretation |
IgM Positive | Indicates recent infection—avoid pregnancy until resolved. |
IgG Positive | Indicates immunity—either past exposure or vaccine. |
Both Negative | No immunity—risk of Rubella; vaccination recommended. |
Rubella Report Interpretation
Test | Interpretation |
IgM / IgG | Helps determine immunity or active Rubella infection—essential for women of childbearing age and prenatal safety. |
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