Common procedures
Serology tests
Performed in Medical biology (clinical laboratory).
What is it?
A serology test is a blood test that looks for antibodies, the proteins the immune system makes against germs. It can show whether you have had an infection or been vaccinated.
What to expect
A blood draw from the arm takes under five minutes and may sting a little. No special preparation is usually needed.
General information that does not replace your doctor’s advice or the instructions given before a test.
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