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Results of CMV IgM and IgG (by ELISA) in pregnant women by trimester
| Trimester | Subjects, n | IgM+/IgG+ | IgM−/IgG+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 270 | 17 (6.3%) | 253 (93.7%) |
| 2nd | 66 | 6 (9.1%)a | 60 (90.9%) |
| 3rd | 210 | 17 (8.1%)a | 193 (91.9%) |
| Total | 546 | 40 (7.3%) | 506 (92.7%) |
Twenty-three women in the second and third trimester who were positive for CMV IgM and IgG had their first-trimester blood retrieved and tested by CMV IgG avidity.
