JAMA· 2020Q1· Case report
Possible Vertical Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 From an Infected Mother to Her Newborn
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- 2020year
Short summary
A newborn showed elevated anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgM antibodies and cytokine levels, suggesting possible vertical transmission from a mother with confirmed COVID-19, despite no physical contact.
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Key points
- Infant born with elevated anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgM antibodies.
- Infant showed elevated cytokine levels.
- Mother had confirmed COVID-19 (PCR positive).
- No physical contact between mother and newborn occurred.
- Suggests possible vertical transmission of SARS-CoV-2.
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Abstract
This case report describes birth of an infant with elevated anti–SARS-CoV-2 IgM antibodies and cytokine levels to a mother with polymerase chain reaction–confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) despite no physical contact.
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Field: Obstetrics and Gynecology
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