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Syphilis screening in pregnancy — ABFM Board MCQ

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A 27-year-old woman presents for her first prenatal visit at 9 weeks' gestation. She has no genital lesions and no known STI exposure. Which of the following screening tests is indicated?

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Correct answer: A — Syphilis serologic screening today

USPSTF recommends early universal syphilis screening during pregnancy.

Reference: USPSTF A and B Recommendations: https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation-topics/uspstf-a-and-b-recommendations