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    • Syphilis remains a significant public health concern, particularly among antenatal populations.
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    • To determine the incidence of syphilis among antenatal cases using the VDRL test.
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    • To assess the utility of different serological tests for syphilis screening.

    Main Methods:

    • Screening of 23,808 sera from antenatal cases using the VDRL test.
    • Comparison of 300 VDRL-reactive sera using both VDRL and KVT.
    • Analysis of sensitivity and specificity of VDRL and KVT.

    Main Results:

    • An incidence of 4.85% (1155 reactive sera out of 23,808) was observed.
    • The VDRL test demonstrated higher sensitivity compared to KVT.
    • KVT showed higher specificity, with only 2 false positives and 57 inconclusive results when compared to VDRL.

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    • The VDRL test is a sensitive and effective screening tool for syphilis in antenatal populations.
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    • Continued surveillance and appropriate testing strategies are essential for syphilis control.