Risk factors for Toxoplasma gondii infection among pregnant women from the State of Tocantins, Northern Brazil.

Introduction: The prevalence of infection by Toxoplasma gondii and associated risk factors in pregnant women in Tocantins, Northern Brazil were assessed.

Methods: Serological analysis was performed in 338 serum samples and an oral questionnaire was utilized to identify potential risk factors.

Results: Anti-IgG antibodies against T.