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Syphilis Infection During Pregnancy: Screening

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Abstract

This recommendation applies to all adolescents and adults who are pregnant, whether or not risk factors for syphilis are present. Screening for syphilis involves a blood test that detects antibodies that may reflect infection with Treponema pallidum, the organism that causes syphilis. Treponemal tests, such as the T pallidum particle agglutination (TP-PA) test, detect an antibody response to antigens specific to T pallidum.
Key Data

  • Publication Date
    13 May 2025
  • Primary Author
    US Preventive Services Taskforce
  • Source
    US Preventive Services Taskforce
  • Language
    English
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