ISSN: 0973-7510
E-ISSN: 2581-690X
Toxoplasmosis is a worldwide multisystem infection caused by the protozoan parasite Toxoplasma gondii. If acquired during pregnancy it can cross the placenta and can lead to adverse fetal outcome. The present study was done to know the seroprevalence of toxoplasmosis among pregnant women with BOH. Over a period of one year, 94 pregnant women with BOH were screened for toxoplasma specific antibodies. Among them 35(37%) tested positive for IgG antibodies, 12(13%) were positive for IgM antibodies and 52(55.32%) were seronegative. The presence of IgM antibodies alone or in combination with IgG suggests acute infection, posing risk to present pregnancy. Confirmed seropositivity, should be combined with fetal diagnosis to enable management, thereby reducing adverse fetal outcomes. Seronegative pregnant women are at risk of acquiring toxoplasmosis; therefore need to be educated to prevent contacting infection.
Pregnancy, Fetus, Toxoplasmosis, Seroprevalence
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