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Suspected recent infection in a pregnant woman should be confirmed before intervention by having samples tested at a toxoplasmosis reference laboratory, using tests that are as accurate as possible and correctly interpreted.
13 sie 2020 · Prenatal testing should be performed for those who acquire the infection in pregnancy. After establishing the diagnosis, the patient should be counselled regarding congenital toxoplasmosis and the need for invasive tests, such as amniocentesis, and antibiotic therapy.
20 maj 2024 · Ultrasound findings in congenital toxoplasmosis - Diagnostic significance in the absence of prenatal screening - Prognostic significance in infected fetuses; Prenatal diagnosis - Benefits and risks of prenatal diagnosis - Timing of amniocentesis - Diagnostic testing (PCR) and performance
Suspected recent infection in a pregnant woman should be confirmed before intervention by having samples tested at a toxoplasmosis reference laboratory, using tests that are as accurate as possible and correctly interpreted (II-2B).
Serological evaluation remains the standard test for screening for toxoplasmosis in pregnancy. Maternal serum IgM and IgG levels are studied and while IgM is a marker for acute infection, IgG levels indicate immunity to the occurrence and severity of re-infection.
Congenital toxoplasma infection: monthly prenatal screening decreases transmission rate and improves clinical outcome at age 3 years
In France, screening for toxoplasmosis in pregnancy has been mandatory since 1992, with serological testing at the first-trimester prenatal visit, with monthly serologic follow-up until delivery of pregnant women identified as “not protected against toxoplasmosis”.
