Recognizing antibodies specific to the Spike protein would demonstrate a positive reaction to the vaccine, and provide an idea of a certain level of immunity or protection.  Presence of Spike protein antibodies is not a guarantee of total immunity, but studies have demonstrated that these antibodies do apparently provide some form of protection against COVID-19, and in certain demographics have been shown to drastically reduce risk of severe disease related to the virus.

The test can use many names for the Spike protein, including S1/S2, RBD-protein, and others.

While the Spike protein specific antibodies will most likely show a level of immune response, a more appropriate antibody test would include other parts of the virus.  These tests are also available, and are more tailored to identifying a previous exposure/infection.

Antibody tests are best used to demonstrate an immune response after infection.  Current or active infections, even if just suspected, are better tested through a molecular (i.e. PCR) or Antigen test.  It is also recommended you speak with your medical provider for recommendations regarding quarantine, isolation and/or possible additional testing or treatments.

Currently antibody testing is not approved or accepted for travel by US or international destinations.  Please verify travel requirements with your destination’s local requirements and/or with the airlines.

While turnaround time can vary from location to location, the average turnaround time for results with the Vaccine Generated Antibody test are 2-3 days from receipt of the sample by the specimen processing lab.

No, fasting is not required. There are no dietary or medicinal restrictions to take this test.

Currently no “rapid” tests are available for this specific antibody, and so a simple venous blood draw will provide everything needed for the laboratory to run the test.

No. You do not need to provide a doctor’s order to get lab testing done at Any Lab Test Now.

We recommend you share your results with your physician.