Test Code RUB.1 RUBELLA ANTIBODY
Methodology
Immunometric Chemiluminescence
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Plain, Red-Top Tube
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of serum
Collection Instructions: Spin down within 8 hours of draw.
Alternate:
Serum Gel Tube
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of
serum
Collection Instructions: Spin down within 8 hours of draw.
Note: If testing will be delayed >24 hours, serum drawn in gel tubes must be separated from the gel.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Reference Values
>10.0 IU/mL (indicates current or prior exposure to rubella virus)
Performing Laboratory
Logan Health Medical Center-Chemistry
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86762
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate