Serological assay used for immune status, evidence of past infection. Indicated for pregnant patients of contact with maculopapular rash but not routine as part of booking bloods, contact lab if required. Test of immunity post MMR.
Tube
Leeds – Red top, yellow ring. Serum sample.
MYTT – Brown. Serum sample.
ID
3729.
Send to
Microbiology Department, Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF.
Collection Con
Min volume 4 ml.
IP Routine TAT
7 days.
GP Routine TAT
7 days.