Synopsis
This 2003 document, produced by the National Blood Authority and approved by the National Health and Medical Research Council, updates the previous now rescinded guidelines on the use of Rh D immunoglobulin (anti-D) released in 1999. It aims to inform clinicians, other health professionals and policy makers about the revised recommendations for use of anti-D in Australia.
NOTE: Guidelines on the prophylactic use of Rh D immunoglobulin (anti-D) in obstetrics is on the National Blood Authority website. Hard copies may be obtained from http://www.nba.gov.au.