What protozoan parasite is acquired by the oral route, but once ingested can readily cross the placenta causing an infection in the fetus that can result in a number of congenital defects?
A. Cyclospora cayetanensis
B. Giardia intestinalis
C. Cryptosporidium parvum
D. Toxoplasma gondii
Answer: D
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