Correlation between specific IgM levels and percentage IgG-class antibody avidity to Toxoplasma gondii Correlação entre n��veis de IgM específica e percentual de avidez de anticorpos da classe IgG ao Toxoplasma gondii

Correlation between specific IgM levels and percentage IgG-class antibody avidity to Toxoplasma gondii Correlação entre n��veis de IgM específica e percentual de avidez de anticorpos da classe IgG ao Toxoplasma gondii

Toxoplasmosis is an usually asymptomatic worldwide disseminated infection. In its congenital presentation it may lead to abortion or fetal malformations. Antenatal evaluation is considered of paramount importance to identify seronegative women and allow for prophylaxis. Recent improvements in sensit...

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Main Authors: Marcel Leite, Sonia Siciliano, Lucia Silvieri A. Rocha, Teresa R. Justa, Katia Regina César, Celso F. H. Granato
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade de São Paulo 2008-08-01
Series:Revista do Instituto de Medicina Tropical de São Paulo
Subjects:
Toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasma gondii
Avidity
Congenital Toxoplasmosis
Serological diagnosis
IgM
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