BIOLOGY W/CONNECT AC 1 YR
BIOLOGY W/CONNECT AC 1 YR
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Author: Mader
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Chapter 32.4, Problem 3CYP
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The reason that why the Rh incompatibility will cause problem only a fetus is Rh -positive and when the mother is Rh -negative but not vice versa.

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Rh Factor or Rhesus factor is the inherited protein present on the surface of red blood cells. Rhesus factor (Rh) is important in determining the blood type. The presence or absence of Rh factor indicates the (+) or (-) sign of blood group respectively. The Rh (–) individual lack Rh antibodies but when it is exposed, the antibodies are generated against the Rh factor.

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