Kell Antibody

I'm 11 weeks pregnant with our second child and I've just been informed by my ob/gyn that my blood test shows I have the K-antibody. They have to do more tests on me as well as the baby I'm carrying. If the baby has the K-antigen, it's at risk of being 'attacked' by my antibodies. Is anyone familiar with this problem? This is the first I've ever heard of such a thing and I'm really feeling lost and scared.

First,

I do not know anything about this anti-body, but why don't you do a Google search. It always helps me when I have a question.

the sounds similar to being Rh Neg which I am and have to get 2 injections for this pregnancy to avoid the baby being 'Attacked'. But I haven't heard the term K Antibody so maybe it is different.

Good Luck and Congrats on your pregnancy

Maria -



I don't know much about anti-K, but, I *believe* that the baby's red blood cells have difficulty supplying oxygen to his/her organs. I know that an interuterine transfusion can be performed on your baby (IF necessary). I'm sure one of our resident doctors will have more information on this.

I hope you get more answers very soon. I'm sorry that you have to deal with this. Hugs to you, your DH and little Gabriel!

I don't know anything about this, but I just wanted to send and wish you luck...