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Published on: August 21, 2026
Which of the following conditions cause erythroblastosis foetalis?
A
Mother 
and foetus 
and foetus
B
Both mother and foetus 
C
Both mother and foetus 
D
Mother 
and foetus 
and foetus
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
During subsequent pregnancies, the Rh antibodies from the mother 
can leak into the blood of the foetus ( 
) and destroy the foetal RBCs. This could be fatal to the foetus or could cause severe anaemia and jaundice to the baby. This condition is called erythroblastosis foetalis.
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