Description
Why It’s Done:
• To assess the risk of Rh incompatibility between a mother and her baby, which can lead to hemolytic disease of the newborn
• To monitor pregnant women who are Rh-negative and exposed to Rh-positive fetal blood cells
• To determine if an Rh-negative mother needs RhoGAM injections (to prevent Rh sensitization)
• To check for sensitization during pregnancy after a trauma, miscarriage, or delivery of an Rh-positive baby
• To monitor the severity of Rh incompatibility during pregnancy
Preparation:
• No special preparation is generally needed for the test.
• The test is usually performed on a blood sample drawn from a vein.
• Inform your healthcare provider about your blood type and any history of pregnancy complications or Rh issues.
