Why Is the Determination of the D Antigen Important for Women

question 28

Multiple Choice

Why is the determination of the D antigen important for women during pregnancy?

• A) A D-positive mother can form anti-D during pregnancy that may destroy the D-positive red cells of the fetus.
• B) A D-negative mother should be given Rh immune globulin to prevent potential formation of anti-D during delivery of a D-positive infant.
• C) A D-negative mother may form anti-D if the father of the child is also D-negative.
• D) A D-positive mother may pass her red cells to the D-negative fetus and cause hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn.

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