Blood types

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What type of antigens can be found on the surface of RBC's when someone has blood type O?

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none

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If a red blood cell has A and B antigens on its surface, what is its blood type?

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AB

Front

Which blood type has neither A nor B antigens?

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O Rh-

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What happens if a person receives blood from a blood type that is incompatible to them?

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They could die

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If a red blood cell has B antigens on its surface, what is its blood type?

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B

Front

What are the four main blood types in the ABO system?

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A, B, AB, O

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What is the Rh factor in blood typing?

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A protein that can be present (+) or absent (-) on red blood cells.

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What blood type is considered the universal donor?

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O negative (O-) because it has no A or B antigens.

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What blood type is considered the universal recipient?

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AB positive (AB+) because it can receive A, B, AB, or O blood.

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What is the significance of blood type compatibility in transfusions?

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Incompatible blood types can cause serious immune reactions.