TORCH infections include all — EXCEPT:

Correct option is B

Ans. (b) Tetanus
Sol. The TORCH group of infections includes pathogens that can cross the placenta and cause congenital infections:
· T – Toxoplasmosis
· O – Other (e.g., Syphilis, Varicella)
· R – Rubella
· C – Cytomegalovirus
· H – Herpes simplex virus
Tetanus is not a part of the TORCH group.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Toxoplasmosis – Included in TORCH.
· (b) Tetanus – Correct answer. Not a TORCH infection.
· (c) Rubella – Included in TORCH.
· (d) Cytomegalovirus – Included in TORCH.