Blood

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What is blood type A+?

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A blood type characterized by the presence of A antigens and the Rh factor (positive).

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What happens when someone with blood type A+ receives type O- blood?

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Their antibodies will not attack the O- blood because type O has no A or B antigens.

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What are platelets?

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Cell fragments in the blood that are essential for blood clotting.

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What is the role of white blood cells?

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They are responsible for fighting off infections and unwanted substances in the body.

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What antibodies do people with blood type B have?

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They have B antibodies.

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What is serology?

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Serology is the study of blood and lab tests done on bodily fluids, including blood.

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What are red blood cells?

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Cells in the blood that carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

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What is the function of hemoglobin?

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Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen and carries it throughout the body.

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

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The Rh factor determines whether blood is positive (+) or negative (-) and is important for blood transfusions.

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What can happen if a person receives incompatible blood during a transfusion?

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Their immune system may attack the transfused blood, leading to serious complications.