TORCH TEST
WHAT IS THE TORCH TEST?
It is a test for the detection of IgG and IgM antibodies against
- To - Toxoplasma gondii,
- R - Rubella virus,
- C - Cytomegalovirus (CMV), and
- H - Herpes simplex virus type 1 and 2 (HSV-1/2)
The ToRCH Timeline Screen Test at Disha Pathology
The ToRCH Screening IgG and IgM is unique as it screens all 4 pathogens and also determines the time of infection (CMV, T.gondii), protective or non-protective immune status (Rubella) and type differentiation (HSV-2).
The ToRCH Screening IgG and IgM is unique as it screens all 4 pathogens and also determines the time of infection (CMV, T.gondii), protective or non-protective immune status (Rubella) and type differentiation (HSV-2).
WHO SHOULD GET TESTED?
- Women who are planning a pregnancy
- Women during pregnancy
- Newborns - if there is a risk of infection during pregnancy
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