Description

Many schools require verification of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella to qualify for admissions to school. This panel should meet the requirements to verify immunity to these infectious agents.

The following test are including:

• Measles – Also known as rubeola, is a virus that infects cells in the lung and in the back of the throat
• Mumps – This is a contagious viral infection that is easily spread through sneezing, coughing, talking, or by sharing items (e.g. utensils or cups)
• Rubella – Highly contagious infection characterized by fever and rash
• Varicella – Chickenpox and shingles are caused by an infection with the varicella zoster virus (VZV)

Fasting not required.