Description
Why It’s Done:
This test is primarily used to:
• Diagnose infections in pregnant women: TORCH infections can have serious consequences for the developing fetus, such as birth defects, miscarriage, or stillbirth.
• Evaluate risk during pregnancy: The test helps determine whether a pregnant woman is actively infected with any of the TORCH pathogens.
• Assess symptoms of congenital infections: In newborns or infants, the test can be used to identify potential infections caused by the TORCH group of pathogens.
Sample Collection:
• The test typically requires a blood sample or, in some cases, amniotic fluid or cervical swabs from the pregnant woman or newborn.
• The sample is then analyzed using PCR technology to detect the DNA or RNA of the pathogens.


