Detection/Identification of Antibodies Flashcards
1
Q
Who do we perform Antigen typing for?
A
Patients who have a history of clinically significant antibodies
2
Q
If we would like to transfuse blood, what must the donor be in regards to the antigen on RBC’s?
A
Antigen negative
3
Q
What is the method of examining the remaining antigens to see the pattern of reactivity on an anagram?
A
Inclusion Method
4
Q
What method is based on homozygous antigens that produced a negative result?
A
Exclusion Method
5
Q
What can help separate the specificities of panel cells and allow for identification?
A
Enzymes
