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Seroprevalence of Toxoplasmosis in Pigs (Sus Scrofa Domesticus) in the Department of Korhogo

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The aim of this study was to contribute to the fight against toxoplasmosis in pigs in Côte d'Ivoire. Pig samples were analysed using the ELISA technique for the detection of antibodies (IgG) against T. gondii. A total of 180 pigs, including 86 females and 94 males, were screened in the study. The results of the analysis showed a seroprevalence of 18.09% for males and 15.12% for females. By age, 23.08% of pigs aged under 5 months were seropositive, compared with % of pigs aged between 5 and 11 months and % of pigs aged over 11 months. As for the localities involved in the study, all were infested with Toxoplasma. The data from this preliminary study could be used by animal health professionals to reinforce existing preventive measures aimed at protecting consumer health.

Source: Scholars Academic Journal of Biosciences

DOI: 10.36347/sajb.2025.v13i04.011

Authors: M’bari Kiffopan Benjamin, Touré Donatié Serge, Yokoly N’dri Firmain, Ouattara Foungoyé Allassane, Gbati Oubri Bassa

Institutions: Université Pelefero Gon Coulibaly, Université Nangui Abrogoua, Swiss Centre for Scientific Research, École Inter-États des Sciences et Médecine Vétérinaires de Dakar

Language: English

Topic: Toxoplasma gondii Research Studies

Subfield: Parasitology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4409972066

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