Exam (elaborations)
HDFN EXAM QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
- Course
- Institution
HDFN EXAM QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS...
[Show more]
Content preview
HDFN EXAM QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERSHDN
disorder in which the fetal and newborn cells are destroyed by maternal IgG antibodies
erythroblastosis fetalis
other term for hemolytic disease of the newborn
placenta
A structure that allows an embryo to be nourished with the mother's blood supply
barrier
the placenta acts as a natural ___ between fetal and maternal cells, reduces the chance
of Ab production
Fetomaternal hemorrhage
leakage of fetal cells into maternal circulation, typically occurring at the time of delivery
amniocentesis, abortion, cordocentesis, ectopic pregnancy, abdominal trauma
potential causes of fetomaternal hemorrhage (other than at delivery)
abruption of the placenta at the time of birth
most common cause of fetal maternal hemorrhage
IgG
class of antibody that can cross placental barrier
, fetal antigens
antibodies that cross placenta may bind to ____
liver, spleen
red cells are destroyed by macrophages in the fetal ___ and ___
subsequent pregnancy
the mother's pre-formed anti-Rh antibodies would attack the fetus' blood in a ___
indirect bilirubin
hemoglobin released from the damaged red cells is metabolized into ____
true
T/F: indirect bilirubin from fetal red cells is transported across the placenta for
excretion
maternal liver
indirect bilirubin from the fetal cells is conjugated by the___
anemic
the fetus becomes increasingly ___ as red cell destruction continues
enlargement
increased erythropoiesis in compensation of red cell destruction causes ___ of the fetal
liver and spleen
erythroblasts
these cells are released into fetal circulation in response to increased erythropoiesis
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Chrisyuis. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $9.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
85443 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now