Tetanus Antitoxid Test
Short Name: Tetanus Antitoxoid Test
Also known as: Tetanus Antitoxoid Antibody Test, Tetanus Antibody Test, Lockjaw Antibody Test
Tetanus Antitoxid Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹6,248. Uses Immunoassay on Serum samples. Results in Results are typically available within 2-3 weeks after sample collection.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
This test assesses Tetanus Antitoxoid Antibody levels following booster immunization to evaluate immune response and diagnose tetanus infection.
- Test Code
- 1437
- Price
- ₹6,248
- Sample Type
- Serum
- Result Time
- Results are typically available within 2-3 weeks after sample collection.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Immunoassay
Sample Collection
Ensure the Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is duly filled and signed.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
A blood sample will be drawn from a vein in your arm using standard venipuncture techniques.
Report Delivery
Apply pressure to the puncture site to prevent bleeding. Keep the area clean.
Timeline: Results are typically available within 2-3 weeks after sample collection.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
This test assesses Tetanus Antitoxoid Antibody levels following booster immunization to evaluate immune response and diagnose tetanus infection.
How to Prepare
- Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory
- Sample: 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST
- Ship refrigerated or frozen for stability
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"Assessing tetanus antitoxoid antibodies is crucial for evaluating immunization status, guiding booster doses, and confirming diagnosis in suspected cases."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Insufficient sample volume
- Incorrectly labeled or unlabeled samples
- Samples without consent form
Understanding Your Results
Suggests protective immunity against tetanus, likely from vaccination or past exposure.
Level: High (≥0.01 IU/mL)
Indicates inadequate immunity, may require booster vaccination or further evaluation.
Level: Low (<0.01 IU/mL)
Could confirm tetanus infection; clinical correlation is essential.
Level: Elevated with symptoms
If you experience symptoms of tetanus such as jaw stiffness, muscle spasms, or difficulty swallowing, or if your test results are abnormal or inconclusive.
Limitations
- ⚠Test does not detect active infection directly
- ⚠Results should be interpreted alongside clinical symptoms and history
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor pain or bruising at the blood draw site
- ●Rare risk of infection or fainting
Interfering Factors
- ●Hemolyzed or lipemic samples may affect results
- ●Recent immunization or infection could alter antibody levels
Compare With Similar Tests
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