Which infections,collaboratively referred to as TORCH infections,are capable of crossing the placenta and causing serious prenatal effects on the fetus? (Select all that apply. )

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TORCH infections include Toxoplasmosis, Other (including Syphilis, Varicella-Zoster, Parvovirus B19), Rubella, Cytomegalovirus (CMV), and Herpes simplex virus (HSV). These infections are known for their ability to cross the placenta and potentially cause serious prenatal effects on the fetus. Clostridium is not part of the TORCH complex.

Which Infections,collaboratively Referred to as TORCH Infections,are Capable of Crossing