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Can a pregnant mother that had covid-19 pass antibodies to the unborn child ?

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Yes. Covid antibodies will be transmitted to the fetus along with other IgG type antibodies in the mother's blood.

Answered 8/31/2022

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes, antibodies will pass to the baby across the placenta. These passive antibodies are usually out of baby's system by about 4 months

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