Is vaccination necessary if rubella test is negative?

Question
I am planning pregnancy. Is it required that women planning pregnancy should ensure MMR vaccination if the blood test for Rubella is negative?
Expert Answer
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Dr Geeta ChadhaJun 20, 2007
Senior Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology,
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital,
New Delhi
If Rubella IgG is negative, then taking a Rubella vaccine before pregnancy is certainly advocated.

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