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How Does CMV IgG-31,UI/ML And CMV IgM-12 UI/ML Effect Pregnancy?

Hi Doctor, I am 6 weeks pregnant and had a TORCH test recently. My report says that my CMV IgG is 31 UI/ML and CMV IgM is 12 UI/ML. Is this considered to be risky for my developing baby? Age: 27 years Height: 5 feet 5 inches Weight: 55 Kgs Medical history: Typhoid, Chicken Pox and ACL Surgery Thank you. Regards Anjali
Mon, 20 Jul 2015
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Many people have been exposed to CMV in childhood and express IgG for the remainder of their lives- this is not a risk for pregnancy. IgM may indicate a newer infection, however I do not know what the reference range for the normal IgM value is on the specific test you took, so this lab value alone may not be an abnormal value. If you had TORCH titres done because of a suspected problem with the pregnancy, such as IUGR or congenital defects, the answer may be more meaningful in that context. You really need to consult with a high risk OB (Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist) to determine the next course of action.
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How Does CMV IgG-31,UI/ML And CMV IgM-12 UI/ML Effect Pregnancy?

Many people have been exposed to CMV in childhood and express IgG for the remainder of their lives- this is not a risk for pregnancy. IgM may indicate a newer infection, however I do not know what the reference range for the normal IgM value is on the specific test you took, so this lab value alone may not be an abnormal value. If you had TORCH titres done because of a suspected problem with the pregnancy, such as IUGR or congenital defects, the answer may be more meaningful in that context. You really need to consult with a high risk OB (Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist) to determine the next course of action.