Positive Coombs Test In Newborns Causes And Tips To Follow
Coomb’s test or antiglobulin test (AGT) is a blood test that helps detect the presence of antibodies against red blood cells (erythrocytes) in the body, which cause hemolysis. A positive coomb’s test in newborns indicates two health problems – anemia and jaundice. However, it doesn’t necessarily mean that the baby has anemia or jaundice but rather that they should be checked for these conditions. Blood samples are taken from the neonate’s umbilical cord during delivery or the veins after birth to conduct this test....