Diphtheria Antitoxoid:
Fasting Required: No
Lab: Quest Diagnostics
Specimen: Blood
Results: Average processing time 1-3 days
Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Description: Diphtheria is a severe spreadable disease which affects the respiratory tract. The disease is very rare in the U.S. because of most people being vaccinated against it. The CDC recommends that all children be vaccinated against diphtheria with a vaccine that also protects against tetanus and whooping cough (pertussis). Because immunity can fade over time, the CDC also recommends that teens and adults get a booster shot every 10 years. Diphtheria can be fatal if not treated. It causes symptoms such as:
Alternative Name(s): DPT Titer, Anti Diphtheria
Lab: Quest Diagnostics
Specimen: Blood
Results: Average processing time 1-3 days
Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Description: Diphtheria is a severe spreadable disease which affects the respiratory tract. The disease is very rare in the U.S. because of most people being vaccinated against it. The CDC recommends that all children be vaccinated against diphtheria with a vaccine that also protects against tetanus and whooping cough (pertussis). Because immunity can fade over time, the CDC also recommends that teens and adults get a booster shot every 10 years. Diphtheria can be fatal if not treated. It causes symptoms such as:
- Sore throat
- Weakness
- Nausea
- Trouble swallowing
- Trouble breathing
- Paralysis
- Heart failure
Alternative Name(s): DPT Titer, Anti Diphtheria