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.