True or false: a cat with a positive IgG titer poses the greatest risk for transmission of toxoplasmosis to humans due to their potential to shed oocysts.
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- IgG titer: This refers to the concentration of IgG antibodies in a blood sample, which indicates past exposure to an infection. - Toxoplasmosis: A disease caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which can be transmitted to humans through various means, Show more…
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