Learn about rubella, how contagious it is, who is at risk, symptoms, and how to prevent spread.
Impact of U.S. MMR Vaccination Program
Read about the impact of the MMR vaccine on the elimination of rubella in the United States.
Rubella Symptoms and Complications
Learn about both mild symptoms of rubella, as well as serious and rare complications.
Learn about the effects of rubella during pregnancy and the signs of congenital rubella syndrome.
Rubella is a leading cause of vaccine-preventable birth defects (congenital rubella syndrome).
For professionals
Learn about rubella, clinical features, patient management, evidence of immunity, and the vaccine.
Laboratory Testing
Laboratory Testing for Rubella
Lab testing is required to diagnose rubella and determine past infection or immunization status.- Use rubella IgG serology testing to assess rubella immunity before, during, and after pregnancy.
- Learn about molecular techniques for detection of rubella RNA in clinical samples.
Specimen Collection, Storage & Shipment
Learn how to collect, store, and ship rubella virus samples to CDC.