Non-Malaysian citizens are subject to 6% SST, to be verified and paid at the counter before screening.
The Rubella Antibody (RA) test checks for immunity or past infection with the Rubella virus. It is particularly important for women before or during pregnancy to prevent Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS) in infants.
A venous blood sample is tested for Rubella IgG and IgM antibodies. IgM positivity indicates recent infection, while IgG positivity shows past infection or immunity.
Q1: What does a positive RA result mean?
A: IgG positive means immunity, while IgM positive suggests recent infection.
Q2: What if my RA result is negative?
A: It means no immunity. Vaccination is recommended before pregnancy but not during pregnancy.
Q3: Why is Rubella dangerous during pregnancy?
A: Early pregnancy infection may cause miscarriage, stillbirth, or Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS), leading to defects such as heart disease, deafness, and cataracts.