Assay

Toxoplasma IgG

Key Words

IGG

Specimen Collection

Serum

Turnaround Time

5 days

Test Indications

Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. It can be found in cat faeces and undercooked meat, especially venison, lamb, and pork. It can also be transmitted through contaminated water. Toxoplasmosis can be deadly or cause serious birth defects for a fetus if the mother becomes infected. This is why doctors recommend against pregnant woman scooping or cleaning cat litter boxes.

Limitation/Interference

N/A

Reference Range

N/A

Analytical Error

N/A

Reference Change Value

N/A