I am 30 weeks pregnant and have an O-negative blood group, while my husband is O-positive. My Coombs test is negative, but my gynecologist has recommended an Anti-D injection. Is it necessary to take the injection now during pregnancy, or can it be taken after delivery if the baby has a positive blood group?
Even if your Coombs test is negative, your doctor may recommend the Anti-D injection during pregnancy to prevent complications in case of blood mixing. This helps prevent your body from producing antibodies that could affect your current or future pregnancies, especially if your baby is Rh-positive. It is generally safe and helps protect future pregnancies, so it's best to follow your gynaecologist's advice rather than waiting until after delivery.