Synonyms: Mumps Antibodies IgG

Why It Is Done

* Prove you are immune to Mumps. * International travelers.*Adults in educational institutions. * Medical facility employees

Test Overview

In general, adults born before 1957 are likely to have had Mumps during childhood and so are assumed to be immune. All persons born in or after 1957 should be immune to Mumps by having had one or more doses of Mumps vaccine. This test shows Mumps immunity.

How To Prepare

No special preparation needed