Last Updated: August 2019
FAQ about the 2019 Measles Titer Clinic and Sharing Immunity Records
In 2019 and in previous instances where measles was suspected on campus, exposed employees were asked to provide proof of immunity with the instructions below. In the event of any future suspected cases, the process described below might not be followed exactly, but similar steps can be expected.
Sharing Proof of Immunity
If there is a case of measles on campus, you may be required to prove that you have immunity before you are permitted to return to campus. Sharing these records with Employee Health proactively, in advance of such a case appearing on campus, could help you avoid any inconvenience.
Three ways to share:
- Drop off at the University Health Services reception desk, McCosh Health Center
- Fax to Employee Health at 609-258-0976.
- Secure e-mail by logging into SecureSend: at https://securesend.princeton.edu/courier/web/1000@/wmLogin.html. Choose the tab labeled “Send File” and sending to [email protected].
Can you prove that you are protected? Consider which of the following statements best describes you:
I was born before January 1, 1957.
You are considered to have immunity. No additional action needed.
I know that I am protected and I have proof.
According to the US Centers for Disease Control, to prove your immunity, you must have:
- Vaccination records showing two doses of MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) or measles vaccine,
- Medical report stating that you were previously infected with measles, or
- Lab evidence (documentation of measles titer testing indicating acceptable level of immunity)
I think that I am protected, but I do not have proof and/or am not sure.
If you have no vaccination records or are unsure of your level of protection, a blood test called a titer will confirm your level of immunity. You can get a measles titer through your primary healthcare provider. Contact your insurance carrier for coverage information.
I am not protected.
For protection, you need two doses of the measles or MMR vaccine. This vaccine is available through:
- Your primary healthcare provider and walk-in clinics. Contact your insurance carrier for coverage information.
Measles Titers
If you have health insurance through the University, titers provided at the clinic will be covered by your plan, consistent with your plan benefits.
In 2019, Quest Labs at University Health Services held dedicated measles titre testing on August 6, 8, 21, 22 and September 17 and 19. Employees were provided with the instructions below.
- Make a 10 minute appointment using signup.com
- Bring your Princeton University ID card and your insurance card to the front desk at McCosh Health Center five minutes before your appointment.
- The receptionist will provide you with paperwork to bring to the Quest lab.
- Quest Labs will bill your insurance company. The Aetna and UnitedHealthcare policies available through Princeton University cover titres, consistent with your plan benefits.
- Employee Health will provide you with test results within two weeks, along with advice about the need for MMR vaccine.
- Employee Health will maintain test results in your secure electronic health record. You may also wish to supply a copy of your results to your primary care provider.