Blood Typing

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What is blood typing?

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Blood typing is the process of determining an individual's blood group based on the presence or absence of specific antigens and antibodies in the blood.

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What are the four main blood types?

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The four main blood types are A, B, AB, and O.

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What does the '+' or '-' signify in blood types?

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The '+' indicates the presence of the Rh factor (Rhesus factor), while '-' indicates its absence.

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What antibodies are present in type A blood?

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Type A blood has anti-B antibodies in the plasma.

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What antibodies are present in type B blood?

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Type B blood has anti-A antibodies in the plasma.

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What antibodies are present in type AB blood?

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Type AB blood has no anti-A or anti-B antibodies in the plasma.

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What antibodies are present in type O blood?

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Type O blood has both anti-A and anti-B antibodies in the plasma.

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Which blood type is considered the universal donor?

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Type O- is considered the universal donor because it has no A, B, or Rh antigens.

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Which blood type is considered the universal recipient?

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Type AB+ is considered the universal recipient because it can receive blood from any type.

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

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The Rh factor is significant because if an Rh-negative person receives Rh-positive blood, their immune system may produce antibodies against the Rh factor, leading to complications.