When should anti-D immunoglobulin be administered after delivery?

A Within 24 hours

B Within 72 hours

C After 1 week

D Only if symptoms develop

Solution

Correct Answer: Option B

The anti-D immunoglobulin neutralizes any RhD-positive antigens that may have entered the mother's blood during pregnancy. If the antigens have been neutralized, the mother's blood won't produce antibodies.

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