Abstract:Introduction and Objective.Toxocariasis is a common but neglected zoonotic disease caused by the larval stage of Toxocara species. The aim of this study is to highlight the sero-epidemiology of Toxocara canis infection in the general population of Alborz Province, Iran. Materials and method. Anti-Toxocara canis antibodies were tested in 234 studied inhabitants by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Demographic characteristics and consent were obtained from each individual. Results. In total, 33 (14.1%) … Show more
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