Blood Type and Immune System Quiz

What determines a person's blood type?

• The antibodies in their blood

• The antigens on their erythrocytes

• The enzymes in their plasma

• The Rh factor

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

What antigens are present on type AB blood?

• A antigens only

• B antigens only

• Both A and B antigens

• Neither A nor B antigens

Which blood type is the universal donor?

• AB+

• O-

• AB-

• O+

What happens when incompatible blood is transfused?

• The recipient's body produces more erythrocytes

• Antibodies bind to foreign antigens causing agglutination

• The recipient's antibodies are destroyed

• Nothing happens

What does Rh+ blood mean?

• It lacks antigens

• It has the Rh antigen

• It has anti-Rh antibodies

• It can only receive Rh- blood

What blood type is the universal recipient?

• AB+

• O-

• A+

• B+

Why is Rh compatibility important in pregnancy?

• The Rh factor determines the baby’s gender

• Rh- mothers can develop anti-Rh antibodies that harm Rh+ babies

• Rh+ fathers pass immunity to the baby

• Rh- mothers lack immunity

What is the first line of defense in the immune system?

• Blood cells

• Skin

• Antibodies

• Leukocytes

What does the acid mantle on the skin do?

• Produces leukocytes

• Creates a chemical barrier

• Triggers histamine release

• Prevents mast cell activation

What do B lymphocytes do?

• Destroy infected cells

• Produce antibodies

• Trigger histamine release

• Perform phagocytosis