Prevalence of Entrobius vermicularis (pinworm ) parasite and the Effect on Antibody (IgE) levels among children in Tikrit City | ||
| Microbes and Infectious Diseases | ||
| Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 01 October 2025 | ||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/mid.2025.416909.3143 | ||
| Author | ||
| Al-Shaima M. Jasim* | ||
| College of Science, University of Tikrit, Iraq | ||
| Abstract | ||
| Background: Enterobius vermicularis is a common intestinal parasite, particularly in children. This study aimed to determine its prevalence in Tikrit City and assess the related IgE immune response. Method: A cross- sectional study was conducted on 275 children (2-10 years) from three areas of Tikrit. Prevalence was determined by age, sex, and location .Serum IgG levels were measured using ELISA. Results: The overall prevalence of E. vermicularis was 27.3%, with no significant difference between females (31.7%) and males (28.5%) . infection rates were highest in Al-jazeera (46.7%). Children with enterobiasis had significantly higher IgE levels (268.5 ± 23.8) than controls (36.6± 8.1). The highest IgE levels were found in the 5-7 year group (330.40±25.37). Conclusion: E. vermicularis remains prevalent among children in Tikrit, especially in disadvantaged areas, and is associated with elevated IgE levels. Targeted control measures are needed to reduce transmission. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Enetrobius vermicularis; Parasite; pinworm; IgE antibody | ||
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