It is not a test that is normally done in pregnancy. All the above posts are correct. The only other reason I can think of for being tested is if you have a severely weakened immune systems from HIV/AIDS or similar diseases. To help prevent getting toxoplasmosis Wear gloves when you garden or do anything outdoors that involves handling soil. Cats, which may pass the parasite in their feces, often use gardens and sandboxes as litter boxes. Wash your hands well with soap and water after outdoor activities, especially before you eat or prepare any food.
When preparing raw meat, wash any cutting boards, sinks, knives, and other utensils that might have touched the raw meat thoroughly with soap and hot water to avoid cross-contaminating other foods. Wash your hands well with soap and water after handling raw meat.
Cook all meat thoroughly; that is, to an internal temperature of 160° F and until it is no longer pink in the center or until the juices become colorless. Do not taste meat before it is fully cooked. Always wash your hands well before eating, drinking, putting on lipstick, smoking or any activity where your hands are close to your mouth.
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