Questions and Answers
What is the purpose of routine prenatal and postpartum testing?
To diagnose, monitor, and treat Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn (HDFN)
How does ABO HDFN compare to Non-ABO HDFN?
ABO HDFN and Non-ABO HDFN are compared and contrasted
What are the potential outcomes of Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn?
Miscarriage, stillbirth, and early death
Why is the terminology for prenatal and postnatal care considered outdated?
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What tests are used to determine fetomaternal hemorrhage?
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How is the RhIg dosage calculated?
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What is the purpose of using non-gendered terms in healthcare?
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What is the terminology used for studies related to pregnancy and childbirth?
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When is the PRENATAL TYPE AND SCREEN (PREN) performed?
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What is the policy for weak D testing in UWMC laboratory?
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When is RhIg administered?
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What is the purpose of performing an antibody ID Titer?
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What are the routine prenatal and postpartum tests for Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn (HDFN)?
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What are the lab findings for ABO HDFN?
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What are the lab findings for Non-ABO HDFN?
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What is the purpose of the qualitative Fetomaternal Hemorrhage (FMH) screen?
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What is the purpose of the Kleihauer-Betke/Flow Cytometry test?
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How is the number of RhIg vials calculated?
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What are the action levels for anti-K using the tube method?
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What are the action levels for anti-K using the gel method?
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What are the indications for performing intrauterine transfusion (IUT)?
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What are the requirements for the blood used in IUT?
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What are the challenges for testing newborns?
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What is the procedure for performing an elution?
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What is the purpose of the Rosette Test in fetal bleed screening?
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What are the limitations of the KB stain in fetal bleed screening?
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How does RHIG administration work?
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How is the dose of RHIG calculated?
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What are the antibodies of concern in hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn?
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What are the monitoring and treatment options for anemia and high bilirubin levels in the newborn?
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