Abstract:
In this study the presence of HIV and HCV among pregnant
women has been estimated.100 specimens were collected
from Khartoum Teaching Hospital during the period between
June to August 2013. The blood specimens were collected
and sera were separated and stored at -20°C until used, sera
were then tested for the presence of antibodies against HIV
and HCV using ELISA technique. The prevalence of both
HCV and HIV among pregnant women was found to be
1(1%). None of them were co-infected. Screening programs,
specifically for women in child bearing age and in high risk
groups are essential for the prevention of new cases, and
there is an urgent need for establishing a surveillance system
to assess these important health problems in pregnant women.
