What Is Toxo Igg Positive?

A positive Toxoplasma IgG result is indicative of current or past infection with Toxoplasma gondii. A single positive Toxoplasma IgG result should not be used to diagnose recent infection. Equivocal Toxoplasma IgG results may be due to very low levels of circulating IgG during the acute stage of infection.

What is TOXO positive?

Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. You can find it in the intestines of some animals, including cats and pigs. The infection can cause cysts to form in your body, usually in your brain and muscles, including your heart.

What is TOXO IgG test?

A toxoplasmosis test is used to detect a current or past infection with the microscopic parasite Toxoplasma gondii. Most often it may be performed for: A woman prior to or during a pregnancy to determine if she has been previously exposed to Toxoplasma gondii and during a pregnancy if exposure is suspected.