SCREENING OF PREGNANT WOMEN FOR PRESENCE OF ANTIBODIES FOR RUBELLA VIRUS

Dr. Seema Malav; Dr. Bharti Malhotra; Dr. R.K. Maheshwari; Jitendra Tiwari; Janardan PV Reddy

Volume : VI, Issue : I, January - 2016

SCREENING OF PREGNANT WOMEN FOR PRESENCE OF ANTIBODIES FOR RUBELLA VIRUS

Dr. Seema Malav, Dr. Bharti Malhotra, Dr. R. K. Maheshwari, Jitendra Tiwari, Janardan Pv Reddy

Abstract :

Background: The aim of this study was to assess the susceptibility of Rubella virus in pregnant women and provide scientific evidence for implementation of cost effective immunization guideline and policy for childbeå age women and adolescent girls. Methods: This descriptive study involved 50 pregnant women attending Gangori Bazaar hospital, Jaipur. Blood samples were collected for serological testing by Elisa Method. Results: Out of 50 pregnant women, 4% were found susceptible to Rubella Virus, among which 3.1% belonged to urban area and 5.5% belonged to rural area.