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Count of vaccine doses administered (vaccine dose count)

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

This test records the total number of doses of a specific vaccine you’ve received, typically tracked as part of immunization records rather than a blood or body fluid sample.

Quick summary

["This is not a lab test from a blood draw—it’s a record kept by your healthcare provider."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
30943-5
Short code
VZV dose count in combo vaccine
Synonyms
VZV dose count in combo vaccine
Category
chemistry
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What This Test Measures

This test does not involve drawing blood or collecting bodily fluids. Instead, it’s a **vaccine dose count**—a record maintained by your healthcare provider, clinic, or immunization registry to track how many doses of a particular vaccine you’ve received. It’s part of your immunization history and may be used to confirm eligibility for booster shots or additional vaccinations.

Why It Matters in Immunization

Accurate dose tracking ensures you receive the correct number of vaccine doses based on your age, health status, or risk factors. Healthcare providers use this information to recommend boosters, monitor safety, and prevent vaccine-preventable diseases.

How It’s Recorded

There is no blood test or lab specimen involved. Your healthcare provider or immunization system logs each dose administered (e.g., first dose, second dose, booster) into your medical record. This count is updated after each vaccination.

Who Needs This Test?

This is not a diagnostic test but a **vaccine administration record**. It’s typically used by healthcare providers to confirm your immunization status, especially for vaccines like COVID-19, flu, measles, or others with recommended booster schedules.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

◆Associated findings1

Short name

Vaccine Dose Count

Frequently asked questions

Why might I be asked for this record?
Your healthcare provider, school, workplace, or government agency may request your vaccine dose count to verify compliance with vaccination requirements, especially for travel, employment, or school attendance.
What if my dose count is incomplete?
If your record appears incomplete, contact your healthcare provider or immunization registry to confirm doses administered. They can update your record or provide a copy of your immunization history.
Is this test covered by insurance?
Vaccine dose tracking itself is not a lab test and is typically free or covered under standard immunization services. However, if you need a printed copy of your immunization history, check with your insurance provider for coverage details.
  1. 1
    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
  2. 2
    Lab Tests OnlineSource
  3. 3
    Mayo Clinic — Tests & ProceduresSource

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This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Medical Disclaimer

This content is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you have about a medical condition, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read here.

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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 16, 2026. · Read our editorial policy