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Management of isoimmunization in the presence of multiple maternal antibodies

Authors :
Spong, Catherine Y.
Porter, Amy E.
Queenan, John T.
Source :
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. August, 2001, Vol. 185 Issue 2, p481, 4 p.
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Fetuses whose mothers have more than one antibody against a fetal antigen are more likely to require one or more blood transfusions. Antibodies against the Rh(sub O)D antigen are most common, but other fetal antigens include the C, c, E, e, Kell, Duffy, and Kidd antigens.

Details

ISSN :
00029378
Volume :
185
Issue :
2
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.78414577