Question 94 (part 2) · LEK · Serological incompatibility, alloimmunization and hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn
Which of the following is true about the prevention of serological conflict connected with the administration of anti-D immunoglobulin:
- A. the aim of the immunoprophylaxis is the neutralization of the maternal antigens which have entered the foetal circulation.
- B. the prevention is instituted within 24h after ectopic pregnancy, invasive surgery in pregnancy and episodes of mid-pregnancy bleeding.
- C. the prevention can be instituted on condition that anti-D antibodies are present in the serum of an Rh-negative patient.
- D. the prevention can be instituted on condition that there is no D antigen in the red blood cells of the newborn.
- E. the immunoprophylaxis is a safety measure only for one pregnancy (the next one).
Hint
Consider how long passively administered anti-D antibodies persist and whether they create lasting immunity.
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