Principle Of Inheritance And Variation Question 313

Question: In erythroblastosis foetalis, which factors of the mother pass through placenta into the foetus [JIPMER 2002]

Options:

A) Rh antigens

B) Rh antibodies

C) ABO antibodies

D) Agglutinins

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

In erythroblastosis foetales, the antibodies in the blood stream of the mother, pass through the placenta and cause damage to the red cells of the foetus.