Antibody to toxoplasma gondii among pregnant women in Medina Munawarah.
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چکیده
Variations in the prevalence of antibody to toxoplasma gondii is reported from various countries (Hong Kong 9.8%, London 22%, New York 30%, Paris 84%) and from various cities in the same country(Jeddah 32%, Abha 51%). An area densely populated with cats is believed to be heavily contaminated with toxoplasma oocysts, leading to an increasing infection. As MedinaMunawarah has a large number of cats, this survey was conducted to find the prevalence of antibody to toxoplasma gondii among pregnant women.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
دوره 42 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1992