Tetanus Antibodies

Test information: Antibodies are produced in response to antigen exposure. Measurement of antibodies prior to and after vaccination contributes to the assessment of immunity. The levels can also be used to assess protection following vaccination for other reasons.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• N/A;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Protective level >0.1 IU/mL

UKAS number

9088

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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