In erythroblastosis foetalis, the antibodies from the mother leak into the foetal blood and cause:
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Correct answer: Severe anemia and jaundice
The anti-Rh antibodies from the mother cross the placenta and destroy the foetal RBCs. This leads to severe anemia and jaundice, which can be fatal to the baby.
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