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What is a semi-quantitative antibody test?
This test checks for antibodies to COVID-19. If you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 or vaccinated, your body produces antibodies as part of your immune response. If your semi-quantitative antibody test...
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I’m vaccinated. Can an antibody test tell me if I’m immune from COVID-19?
An antibody test cannot determine whether you’re immune from COVID-19 following a vaccination. COVID-19 vaccines help your body produce antibodies to fight infection from the virus that causes COVI...
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Does my result mean I am immune to COVID?
Having antibodies does not guarantee immunity to COVID-19. Antibodies are a marker of protection, and having antibodies may help prevent COVID-19 infections. However, it is possible to be infected ...
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Why don't I have more antibodies after vaccination?
Unfortunately, information about antibodies after vaccination are still developing, what is known is that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective at preventing COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccines are eff...
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Should I get a booster vaccine based on this test result?
Antibody testing is not currently used to assess immunity to COVID-19 following vaccination or to assess the need for vaccination in an unvaccinated person. You should complete the vaccination seri...
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Does a high number in my results mean I have a high amount of antibodies?
A “high” result may mean that you have antibodies from a previous infection or from the COVID-19 vaccine. Although having antibodies usually gives immunity from future infection, there is not enoug...
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Should I get retested in a few weeks to see if my value decreases?
You always have the option of taking another test. The number in your results should not be used to determine how immune or protected you are from reinfection. Vaccinations and boosters are still ...
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Is there a low, medium, or high range? What is the scale?
Each lab sets the level for what determines a positive result. A “high” result is not a range, but means that your level is above the level set by the lab. For example, if a lab has set a level of ...
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Do I need to get the booster shot if I have antibodies?
Vaccinations and boosters are still recommended regardless of antibody status. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends booster shots for everyone age 18 and up, but the timi...
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How are labs measuring these results?
Each lab determines their own limits for antibody results. If you have any additional questions, please contact the lab directly for more information about the specific test(s) they use and talk to...