When a blood test was performed on Cindy's fetus, the doctors found some of Cindy's red blood cells in the fetus's circulatory system.We know that this most likely:

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The placenta is the organ responsible for providing nutrients and oxygen to the fetus and removing waste products from the fetus. It should act as a barrier to prevent the mother's blood cells from crossing into the fetal circulatory system. Therefore, if the mother's red blood cells are found in the fetus's circulatory system, it indicates a problem with the placenta. This condition is known as "fetal-maternal hemorrhage" and can lead to serious complications such as fetal anemia and jaundice.

When a Blood Test Was Performed on Cindy's Fetus, the Doctors