Blood Typing Flashcard

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What is the reaction between antibodies and antigens that can be deadly if it occurs in the circulatory system of someone receiving donated blood?

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Agglutination.

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Which blood type is considered the universal recipient?

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AB positive.

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What is agglutination?

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The clumping of red blood cells (RBC).

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What antibodies does an individual with Type O blood have?

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Both A and B antibodies.

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What are antibodies in blood typing?

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Proteins produced by the immune system that recognize and bind to specific antigens on red blood cells.

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What are antigens in blood typing?

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Substances on the surface of red blood cells that can trigger an immune response.

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What blood type is considered the universal donor?

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O negative.

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How does blood type compatibility affect blood transfusions?

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Incompatible blood types can cause agglutination and serious health risks.

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What is the significance of the Rh factor in blood typing?

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It determines whether blood is positive or negative, affecting transfusion compatibility.

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What happens during a transfusion reaction?

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The recipient's immune system attacks the transfused blood cells, leading to agglutination.