Introduction to Immunohematology and Blood Types

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What is Immunohematology?

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The study of red blood cell (RBC) antigens and antibodies related to blood transfusions.

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What does RBC stand for?

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Red Blood Cell.

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What happens if RBC antigens are not compatible?

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The patient's immune system will recognize the antigen as foreign and destroy it.

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What is Transfusion Medicine?

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A science that helps use blood or blood products to treat or prevent disease.

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When was the first documented blood transfusion?

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In 1492.

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Who was the first person to transfuse blood to humans in 1829?

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James Blundell.

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What are anticoagulants?

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Chemical agents that keep blood in liquid form.

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What is the purpose of dextrose in blood preservation?

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It provides ATP for cells to stay alive.

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What does ACD stand for?

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Acid Citrate Dextrose.

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What is the function of CPD?

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Citrate Phosphate Dextrose helps preserve blood for up to 21 days.