DS is 2.2 - he had his first MMR vaccine at 15 months. We have just had a letter from the GP saying that as an epidemic is currently threatening our area they strongly recommend getting the second booster done immediately. As I understand it the second booster is a "catch all" for those who don't get immunity from the first vaccine. Is that correct? If so, we would like to have DS immunity tested prior to the jab, so as if he is immune we will not have him have the booster. Where can I find out where offers immunity testing (we will pay) - the GP receptionist was distinctly unhelpful. I guess it also needs to test the mumps and rubella immunity. I really do want to make sure he is immune but do not wish to give him the vaccine unnecessarily as we have a history of auto-immune disorders in the immediate family. I'd be grateful for any advice on where I can get this done and what the process involves. I had thought I had a bit more time to think about this, but obviously not!
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