The ability of human maternal antibodies to get into the fetal circulation can lead to a life-threatening condition in which the fetal red blood cells are killed; this condition is known as ___________.
A)lupus erythematosus
B)erythroblastosis fetalis
C)aplastic anemia
D)sickle cell anemia
E)erythemia

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This condition is known as erythroblastosis fetalis or hemolytic disease of the newborn. It occurs when the mother's immune system produces antibodies against the antigen on the fetal red blood cells that the mother lacks. These antibodies can cross the placenta and attack the fetus's red blood cells, leading to severe anemia and jaundice, which can be life-threatening.

The Ability of Human Maternal Antibodies to Get into the Fetal