What Is the Immunologic Principle of RhIG Administration

question 74

Multiple Choice

What is the immunologic principle of RhIG administration?

• A) Anti-D attaches to Rh-positive cells of mother and are subsequently removed by cells of the reticuloendothelial system, preventing sensitization.
• B) Anti-D attaches to Rh-positive cells of the infant in maternal circulation and are subsequently removed by cells of the reticuloendothelial system, preventing sensitization.
• C) Anti-D attaches to Rh-negative cells of the infant in maternal circulation and are subsequently removed by cells of the reticuloendothelial system, preventing sensitization.
• D) None of the above

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