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Can Rubella IgG and IgM values change during pregnancy?

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I had a TORCH test after 12 weeks of pregnancy. It showed Rubella IgG and CMV IgG to be high, but the Rubella IgM and the CMV IgM were normal. Please advice.

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Majid Hanif

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Hello,

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  • The presence of high levels of IgG antibodies during pregnancy usually is indicative of a past infection and this is not a pinpoint diagnosis.
  • The levels are rechecked after two weeks or so. We then compare the new levels with the old ones, and if they are higher, the infection is deemed to be recent.
  • If the IgM is high, it means there is a current or a very recent infection. If the IgM levels are normal, there is nothing to worry. But, we still go for a third test after two weeks.

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Published At October 26, 2017
Reviewed At May 9, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr.Muhammad Majid Hanif is a highly skilled and established physician in the field of Cardiology. He listens to all the patient queries deliberately and is an expert in devising a proper treatment plan.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Muhammad Majid Hanif

Cardiology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr.Muhammad Majid Hanif is a highly skilled and established physician in the field of Cardiology. He listens to all the patient queries deliberately and is an expert in devising a proper treatment plan.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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