Blood Types

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What are blood types?

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Blood types are classifications of blood based on the presence or absence of specific antigens and antibodies in the blood. The main blood types are A, B, AB, and O.

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What is the Rh factor?

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The Rh factor is a protein that can be present on the surface of red blood cells. If present, the blood type is positive (e.g., A+), and if absent, it is negative (e.g., A-).

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Which blood type is known as the universal donor?

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Type O negative is known as the universal donor because it can be given to patients of any blood type.

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Which blood type is known as the universal recipient?

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Type AB positive is known as the universal recipient because it can receive blood from any blood type.

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What is the significance of blood type compatibility in transfusions?

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Blood type compatibility is crucial in transfusions to prevent immune reactions that can occur if a patient receives incompatible blood.

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What antigens are present in Type A blood?

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Type A blood has A antigens on the surface of its red blood cells.

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What antigens are present in Type B blood?

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Type B blood has B antigens on the surface of its red blood cells.

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What antigens are present in Type AB blood?

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Type AB blood has both A and B antigens on the surface of its red blood cells.

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What antigens are present in Type O blood?

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Type O blood has no A or B antigens on the surface of its red blood cells.

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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.