MMR means Measles, Mumps and Rubella (German Measles) and vaccination is offered either as the triple vaccine, through the NHS, or as individual vaccines, usually privately.
Regardless of the parents' choice of vaccine for their children, immunity checks can be tested for through Mullhaven Medical Laboratory. The test requires a small amount of blood (approx 2mL) in which Immunoglobulin G (IgG) levels for each of Measles, Mumps and Rubella are tested to determine immunity; although immunity status will be ascertained, all results should always be interpreted by the requesting Medical Practitioner
The total cost of the test is £92 and results are usually available within 48 hours from receipt of sample. Alternatively, individual components of the MMR can be requested for immunity status checks and are priced as follows:
