Subject: Re: Question about Titers\Tiders (sp?)

April 25, 2002

A titer requires blood be drawn. Nothing will be given. But remember that it

is not law in NJ that a second MMR be given. Only measles is required. Check

JoAnne NJ

I will definitely ask my pediatrician this, but as long as I am logged

on.....so, instead of the pre-K MMR booster, I can ask for a titer\tider (sp?)

which will say whether or not my son is already immune to these 3 diseases,

therefore rendering the booster unnecessary?

I have a Lab requisition form in front of me and I see a test called 'Rubeola

(Immune Status)'...so I guess it would be something like that?

Just curious, cause a shot would be easier (meaning right in the Dr's office)

but if I could avoid poisoning my child...I'll take him to a lab. I am taking

his brother to have his blood tested for mercury and lead, anyway (hence the

form).

One more question...is a titer a shot or do they draw blood for it??

Thanks..for everyone's help with this. I started this current set of vaccine

posts because Wesley is about to turn 5 and needs his pre-K boosters. I have

found ALL of your posts very helpful.

Liz Dunn ...Mom to Wesley, 4+

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