The condition in which maternal antibodies cross the placenta and destroy the baby's RBCs is called ________.

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Hemolytic disease of the newborn occurs when maternal antibodies against fetal blood cells cross the placenta and cause destruction of the fetal RBCs. This can lead to severe anemia and jaundice in the newborn. Hemophilia is a genetic disorder that affects the ability of the blood to clot. Thrombus is a blood clot that forms in a blood vessel. Physiologic jaundice is a common condition in newborns that occurs due to the breakdown of fetal RBCs and the liver's inability to process bilirubin efficiently.

The Condition in Which Maternal Antibodies Cross the Placenta and Destroy