Rh Sensitization During Pregnancy
📋Overview
Rh Sensitization During Pregnancy, also known as Rh alloimmunization or Rh incompatibility, occurs when an Rh-negative pregnant person's immune system reacts to Rh-positive fetal red blood cells. This process is triggered when fetal blood enters the maternal bloodstream, leading to the development of antibodies.
These antibodies can cross the placenta and may lead to hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn. The condition is a clinical concern because the immune system remains sensitized, which can affect the health of the fetus in future pregnancies.
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