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Student Screening Bundle

The Student Screening Bundle groups together 4 of the most commonly requested pre-placement blood tests for Universities and workplaces across New Zealand: Detecting immunity and infection of Hepatitis B, detecting immunity to Varicella Zoster, and identifying latent Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection.
Many University placements require screening for infection/immunity to reduce transmission risk during placement.

Please note: If you also require testing for immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella, please see: MMR Screening Bundle.
If you require testing for HIV or Hepatitis C, please see: HIV or Hepatitis C

Test details

Sample type
Blood
Time of day
Cannot be collected on a Friday
Fasting required
No
Results timeframe
Within 7 days
Preparation
No special preparation required

What's measured in this test

Hepatitis B Antibody

Shows immunity to hepatitis B virus.

See individual test

Hepatitis B Antigen

Detects current hepatitis B infection.

See individual test

Quantiferon Gold

Blood test for latent TB infection.

See individual test

Varicella Zoster IgG

Checks immunity to chickenpox virus.

See individual test

Common reasons for testing

  • Pre placement screening - Tests done prior to university placements for nursing or healthcare courses.
  • Workplace Immunity screening - Checks immunity levels before commencing employment.
  • Vaccination Checks - Assessing levels of immunity from common childhood vaccinations.

Frequently Asked Questions

    Student Placement Blood Tests NZ | BODYiQ