Mumps Immunity Status Blood Test (IgG Antibodies)
£75 ✓ In Stock
Your sample goes to a UKAS accredited laboratory meeting ISO 15189 standards.
After you receive your order confirmation email, please reply with your date of birth.
How it works
Your testing journey
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Receive your kit by post
Dispatched same working day if ordered before 3pm. Royal Mail Tracked delivery, typically 1–3 working days. 90% of kits arrive within 24 hours.
Visit a partner clinic
Book a phlebotomy appointment at one of our 365+ UK partner clinics. Take your kit with you — the phlebotomist will collect your sample using the materials provided.
Phlebotomy fee applies (paid at clinic)
Multiple samples
This test uses 2 sample types. Instructions for each are included in your kit.
Return by prepaid envelope
Seal your sample in the biohazard bag provided and drop it in any Royal Mail postbox using the prepaid Tracked 24 envelope. Post Monday–Thursday for best results.
Venous Blood Collection Kit
This kit is sent to you and taken to your chosen clinic. The phlebotomist will collect your sample using the materials provided.
- 1Vacutainer blood collection tubes
- 2Needle and butterfly needle
- 3Tourniquet
- 4Alcohol swab
- 5Cotton wool and gauze
- 6Adhesive plaster
- 7Biohazard specimen bag
- 8Prepaid return envelope (Royal Mail Tracked 24)
- 9Laboratory request form
- 10Instructions for the phlebotomist
Saliva Collection Kit
- 1Saliva collection tube with funnel
- 2Biohazard specimen bag
- 3Prepaid return envelope (Royal Mail Tracked 24)
- 4Step-by-step instructions
Mumps IgG antibodies are produced by the immune system in response to mumps virus infection or vaccination. These antibodies indicate long-term immunity to mumps, a contagious viral infection that classically causes painful swelling of the parotid (salivary) glands, giving the characteristic "hamster cheek" appearance. What Positive Means: A positive result indicates you have developed immunity to mumps, either through vaccination (typically the MMR vaccine given in childhood) or past natural infection. You are protected against future mumps infection. This result can be used to document immunity for occupational health, educational, or travel requirements. What Negative Means: A negative result suggests you may not be immune to mumps. This could indicate you were never vaccinated, your vaccination did not produce adequate immunity, or your antibody levels have waned over time. Vaccination is recommended for non-immune individuals, particularly those in high-risk settings such as universities where outbreaks can occur. Why Mumps Immunity Matters: While mumps is often a mild illness, it can cause serious complications. These include viral meningitis (inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain), encephalitis (brain inflammation), permanent hearing loss, and orchitis (testicular inflammation) in post-pubertal males, which can rarely lead to reduced fertility. Confirmed immunity protects against these potential complications. Equivocal Results: Occasionally, results may be reported as equivocal or borderline, meaning antibody levels are at the threshold of detection. In such cases, repeat testing or vaccination may be recommended depending on your clinical situation and occupational requirements.
This test is for screening and information only — it is not a medical diagnosis or professional advice. Please have your results reviewed by a qualified doctor or healthcare provider who can explain what they mean for your personal health situation. If your results show anything outside the normal range, or if you're worried about your health, see your doctor as soon as you can. Don't change any medications or treatments based on these results alone — always talk to your healthcare provider first.
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Pick your panel
Browse over 200 clinically designed test kits and choose the one that fits your goals.
02
Kit to your door
Everything you need arrives in discreet packaging with step-by-step instructions inside.
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Collect your sample
Follow the simple instructions in your kit — whether it's a finger-prick at home or a venous draw at a partner clinic.
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Insights delivered
Clear, easy-to-understand results sent to you online with actionable health guidance.
Frequently asked questions
This test measures IgG antibodies, which indicate immunity to mumps from vaccination or past infection.
Mumps immunity from childhood vaccination can wane. Outbreaks still occur in the UK, particularly among young adults in university settings. Checking immunity is important for healthcare workers and anyone unsure of their vaccination history.
No. This test is not affected by food or drink.
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