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3 months pregnant. Tested positive for TPHA. What is it?
Good morning , Doctor I am pregnant for 3month and I have already concern regarding of my baby, but my mind bothering to much for the result of my blood regarding positive of TPHA , could you please explain to me of what is this? And if this positive TPHA could affect my baby ...? Please advice me as soon . Thanks and god bless to you all.
Asked On : Sun, 31 Mar 2013
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Hi,
TPHA is the specific test for detecting syphilis-the Treponema Pallidum Haemagglutination Assay. This is done if two VDRL tests are reported positive. A positive test means you are infected. The possible complications of untreated syphilis in pregnancy are abortions,premature labor, intra-uterine growth retardation and preterm labor along with early neonatal deaths. Treatment is with penicillin. You should see a specialist as soon a s possible and get treated to avoid pregnancy complications. Your partner may also need to be assessed and treated if needed. Wish you good health.
TPHA is the specific test for detecting syphilis-the Treponema Pallidum Haemagglutination Assay. This is done if two VDRL tests are reported positive. A positive test means you are infected. The possible complications of untreated syphilis in pregnancy are abortions,premature labor, intra-uterine growth retardation and preterm labor along with early neonatal deaths. Treatment is with penicillin. You should see a specialist as soon a s possible and get treated to avoid pregnancy complications. Your partner may also need to be assessed and treated if needed. Wish you good health.
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