Clarilab

Pregnancy

Rubella IgM test

Antibodies that show a recent rubella infection.

Why it's done

Part of TORCH screening, or when rubella exposure is suspected.

What a high result can mean

Positive can mean a recent infection; it needs confirming with your doctor.

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More pregnancy tests

Glucose tolerance test (OGTT)Blood sugar before and after drinking a measured glucose drink (usually 75 g). Beta hCGThe pregnancy hormone made by the placenta. Blood group and RhYour ABO group and whether you are Rh positive or negative. Indirect Coombs test (ICT)Looks for antibodies in your blood that could attack the baby's red cells. Rubella IgGAntibodies showing you are immune to rubella (German measles). Double marker testTwo blood markers (PAPP-A and free beta hCG) combined with the NT scan.