Asked by Emilio Serrano on Jun 25, 2024
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A person with type B blood
A) has antigen A.
B) has anti-A antibodies .
C) will have a transfusion reaction if given type B blood.
D) has anti-B antibodies.
E) can receive type A blood.
Type B Blood
A blood type characterized by the presence of B antigens on the red blood cells and anti-A antibodies in the plasma.
Antigen A
A specific molecular structure that the immune system can identify and respond to, often associated with pathogens.
Anti-A Antibodies
Proteins in the blood that specifically target and bind to antigens with the A blood group, leading to blood cell agglutination.
- Acquire knowledge on the genetic and antigenic foundations of blood groups and their significance in transfusion practices.
Verified Answer
BC
Brooke CampbellJun 27, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A person with type B blood naturally produces anti-A antibodies to fight against the presence of antigen A, which is not naturally found in their body.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the genetic and antigenic foundations of blood groups and their significance in transfusion practices.