Rubella Virus - IgM Antibody

This blood test detects antibodies produced in response to immunization or an infection by the rubella virus. It is generally prescribed at the beginning of pregnancy to verify immunity when a pregnant woman has symptoms of rubella, such as fever and rash; in newborns if they show abnormal signs of developments or birth defects caused by an infection in the uterus and also whenever there is need to verify immunity or a recent rubella infection in an individual.