Serological survey of immunoglobulin G from infection in dairy goats in East Java, Indonesia.

BACKGROUND AND AIM

infection is a significant issue of veterinary public health because it is potentially transmitted through goat milk. Therefore, the use of control measures and routine monitoring of toxoplasmosis in dairy goats is necessary. Serological analysis using antibodies can detect infection. This study aimed to conduct an epidemiological study of in dairy goats using antibody detection and risk factor identification.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

This was a cross-sectional study. We performed a serological analysis of infection in dairy goats to evaluate the prevalence of toxoplasmosis. Random sampling was performed, including 132 lactating dairy goats. -modified agglutination test was used as a serological test for immunoglobulin G with a sensitivity of 98.55%, specificity of 86.21%, and accuracy of 94.9%. A structured questionnaire was used to collect risk factor data, which were analyzed using the Chi-square and Fisher's exact tests. The statistical package for the social sciences v. 21 was used for statistical analyses.

RESULTS

The seroprevalence of in Malang and Lumajang Regency was 100% and 90.7%, respectively. A significant difference in prevalence of was observed between the two districts. Livestock management practices that significantly influenced seroprevalence included water sources (p < 0.05; relative risk [RR] = 1.151; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.044-1.269). Farmers' characteristics that significantly influenced seroprevalence included education (p < 0.05; RR = 1.125; 95% CI: 1.037-1.221), main occupation (p < 0.05; RR = 1.118; 95% CI: 1.035-1.207), and position in the organization of dairy goats farmers (p < 0.05; RR = 1.141; 95% CI: 1.022-1.274).

CONCLUSION

In East Java, the prevalence of in dairy goats is high. This study provides detailed information regarding risk factors associated with seroprevalence in dairy goats in East Java, Indonesia.