Alaska Titer Testing

Alaska antibody test regulations do not mandate routine titer tests. However, those who work closely with vulnerable populations may be required to take a titer test for certain diseases, to confirm their immunity. Should the test show them to not be immune, they may be required to have a vaccination, depending on the industry.

By state law, hepatitis B titer testing and vaccination must be made readily available to all Alaska volunteer emergency medical and rescue personnel that provide services in a municipality or unincorporated community that does not provide funding for these services.

Alaska does not have a statewide mandate for COVID-19 immunization, but some employers may require vaccination or antibody testing. As of January 18, 2022, Executive Order 14042 mandates certain federal contractors and subcontractors to be vaccinated against COVID-19. This includes any organization that has employees paid by federal contracts, such as certain Alaska universities.

Alaska titer test regulations state that employees with medical reasons may be exempt from immunization requirements with a certificate signed by a physician.

The types of titer tests that may be required will depend upon the industry or circumstances. For certain facilities within the healthcare industry, Alaska requires that employees are immunized against hepatitis B and rubella. Colleges and universities will have their own rules regarding required vaccinations. For example, some universities require that students living on campus are immunized against meningococcal disease, MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), tetanus-diphtheria, tuberculosis (TB) and COVID-19.

Titer tests show immunity to contagious diseases by determining the presence of antibodies in the blood. If someone has a positive titer test, they have immunity to that disease and can avoid unnecessary vaccination. Immunity among employees prevents disease outbreaks in the workplace.

Titer tests check for the presence of antibodies in the blood and determine if there is immunity to a contagious disease. The absence of antibodies means that person isn't immune. Common titer tests include measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis A, B, and C, varicella, and COVID-19.

A titer test is a blood test that checks for antibodies to a disease in the blood. If antibodies are present, that person has immunity to the disease. A positive test can be used as proof of immunity to avoid unnecessary vaccination if an employer requires testing.

This depends on which type of antibody test is ordered. Health Street offers a variety of individual antibody testing services as well as package deals. For a comprehensive list of antibody tests and pricing, take a look at our antibody test registration page.

Titer test results are records of whether a person has tested positive or negative for immunity against certain diseases. Depending on the type of disease, some employers may require employees to periodically test for antibodies, and may require employees to receive certain vaccinations before they are permitted to work. The frequency of testing depends on many factors, including the industry and the type of disease or vaccine. For more information about specific diseases and the recommended vaccine schedule, try taking a look at our Vaccines & Immunizations page.