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Is There Any Risk For The Baby Due To Positive Test For Anti Rubella IgG During Pregnancy?

I am pregnant of 11 weeks. Recently I test for Anti-Rubella IgG. And this is positive & 48.5 IU/ml. But normal is
Fri, 11 Apr 2014
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hi,welcome to healthcare magic forum.yeah,there is chances transmission of rubella to your baby through placenta.Before 13 weeks of pregnancy it is more harmful to your baby as it can cause miscarriage,still birth and birth defects in unborn babies like heart,brain defects etc.so better you consult yous gynecologist as soon as possible and start the medication .good luck.
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Is There Any Risk For The Baby Due To Positive Test For Anti Rubella IgG During Pregnancy?

hi,welcome to healthcare magic forum.yeah,there is chances transmission of rubella to your baby through placenta.Before 13 weeks of pregnancy it is more harmful to your baby as it can cause miscarriage,still birth and birth defects in unborn babies like heart,brain defects etc.so better you consult yous gynecologist as soon as possible and start the medication .good luck.