Table 4.
Multivariate analysis of selected characteristics of blood donors and their association with T. gondii infection.
| Characteristic | Odds ratio | 95% confidence interval | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 1.74 | 1.03–2.94 | 0.03 |
| Suburban residence | 1.56 | 0.78–3.12 | 0.20 |
| Education | 0.76 | 0.48–1.19 | 0.23 |
| Laborer | 0.38 | 0.13–1.15 | 0.08 |
| Cleaning cat excrement | 0.47 | 0.20–1.09 | 0.08 |
| Flooring at home | 0.83 | 0.43–1.58 | 0.57 |
| Tobacco use | 2.09 | 1.02–4.29 | 0.04 |