Conclusion
Large scale and comprehensive assessment of the IgG and IgM antibody response to SARS-CoV-2 is vital to determine the aetiology of the virus within the pregnant population. Further analysis can confirm the transplacental transmission of anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies and characterize the maternal temporal response. This information could inform future public health policy regarding antenatal immunisation programs and neonatal care.
Disclosure of interests:   The authors have no disclosure of interests.
Contribution to authorship :
Study Design and Conception : DB KG, SK, JD
Study Planning DB, KG, FM, SH, RM , SC, JW SK JD
Recruitment: LB, DR, SC, SOR, AS, HB, CM, KG, DB, F McA,
Analysis: K McA, AD, RI, PD, CDG, DB, KG, AOR, TH
Manuscript, SC, JW, RM, COD, SH, FM , F Mc A, KG, RI, CDG, PD, DB
Details of ethics approval : This study was approved by the ethics board of the National Maternity Hospital Holles Street Dublin on 23rd March (Ref EC09 2020) and the Rotunda Hospital Dublin on 11th May 2020 (REC 2020-013)