Which laboratory result would be a cause for concern if exhibited by a patient at her first prenatal visit during the second month of her pregnancy?
A) Rubella titer, 1:6
B) Platelets, 300,000/mm3
C) White blood cell count, 6000/mm3
D) Hematocrit 38%, hemoglobin 13 g/dL

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A rubella titer of less than 1:8 indicates a lack of immunity to rubella, a viral infection that has the potential to cause teratogenic effects on fetal development. Arrangements should be made to administer the rubella vaccine after birth during the postpartum period because administration of rubella, a live vaccine, would be contraindicated during pregnancy. Women receiving the vaccine during the postpartum period should be cautioned to avoid pregnancy for 3 months. The lab values for WBCs, platelets, and hematocrit/hemoglobin are within the expected range for pregnant women.

Which Laboratory Result Would Be a Cause for Concern If