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Description
Discrepancies in serologic RhD testing can present diagnostic and therapeutic conundrums for clinicians. Discover which RhD variants can place patients at risk for developing anti-D upon exposure to the conventional D antigen through pregnancy or transfusion. Learn how molecular testing can be used to identify these at-risk patients.
This clinical pathology activity is intended for pathologists.
Objectives
After completing this activity, you should be able to:
- Describe the algorithmic approach to a pregnant patient with an indeterminate RhD type by serology.
- Differentiate between transfusion management of patients with weak D variants compared to patients with partial D variants.
- Explain why an individual can have discrepant RhD testing as a patient versus as a blood donor.
- Identify the specimen requirements, utility, and limitations of molecular testing for RhD variants.
Authors/Faculty
Kerry Lynne O'Brien, MD, FCAP
Related Link
Clinical Pathology Improvement Program
CME Information
Accreditation: The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
CME Category 1: The College of American Pathologists designates this internet enduring material educational activity for a
maximum of 1.25
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Payment Information
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College of American Pathologists
CAP Learning
325 Waukegan Road
Northfield, IL 60093-2750
Refund Policy
Refunds will be handled on an exception basis. Please submit your request to the CAP in writing via email at
education@cap.org or fax at 847-832-8006.
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Availability
This activity and evaluation are available April 20, 2026, and expire April 19, 2029, at 11:59 PM (CT). Upon completion of the activity your credit will be awarded. Your certificate may be downloaded from your Transcript.
CC:CPIP0404W.2026
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