Toxoplasma Testing

General

Synonym/Acronym:
toxoplasmosis serology, toxoplasmosis titer

Rationale
To assist in confirming a diagnosis of a current, recent, or past toxoplasmosis infection; may be requested as part of TORCH panel.

Patient Preparation
There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.

Normal Findings
Method: Chemiluminescent immunoassay.

IgMInterpretationIgGInterpretation
NegativeNo significant level of detectable toxoplasma IgM antibodyNegativeNo significant level of detectable toxoplasma IgG antibody; indicative of nonimmunity
IndeterminateEquivocal results; retest in 7–14 daysIndeterminateEquivocal results; retest in 7–14 days
PositiveIgM antibody to toxoplasma detected; indicative of recent immunization, current or recent infectionPositiveIgG antibody to toxoplasma detected; indicative of immunization, current or past infection


Critical Findings and Potential Interventions
N/A

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