Mothers can go to the hospital for pregnancy card registration around three months pregnant, and the hospital will also conduct some examinations on pregnant women during the registration process. Will the card be checked for Toxoplasma gondii? This depends on the hospital. Some hospitals may conduct tests, while others may not. Pregnant women can request their own tests.
1. The harm of Toxoplasma gondii. Toxoplasma gondii poses a great threat to babies, so it is recommended that expectant mothers undergo a toxoplasmosis test before pregnancy. If the pregnant mother is infected with Toxoplasma gondii, it may be transmitted to the baby in her belly through the placenta, causing premature birth or even miscarriage. Even if the baby is born smoothly, it may lead to deformities or congenital diseases. Therefore, it is best for expectant mothers to check for Toxoplasma gondii.
2. Examination of Toxoplasma gondii. Some hospitals will test pregnant women for toxoplasmosis, while others will not. When applying for a medical card, if the hospital does not conduct the examination, pregnant women can request the examination themselves or go to other hospitals for examination. The best practice is to have both the pregnant woman and husband undergo a toxoplasmosis test before preparing for pregnancy, as male infection with toxoplasmosis can also infect the pregnant mother.
It is best for expectant mothers to undergo a toxoplasmosis test when applying for a health card. If the hospital does not perform the test, they can request it themselves. If it is found to be positive, timely treatment is necessary to avoid infecting the fetus and causing adverse effects on the baby, leading to miscarriage or various diseases after birth.
