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If Rh (D) immunoglobulin is given for a sensitising event, is it still necessary to give Rh (D) immunoglobulin prophylactically postnatally?

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If Rh (D) immunoglobulin is given for a sensitising event, is it still necessary to give Rh (D) immunoglobulin prophylactically postnatally?

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Yes, as you cannot be sure of the amount of passive antibody remaining after the sensitising event.