Immunology E2 - Flashcards
1
Q
functions of the immune system
A
- defense against infections
- defense against tumors
- recognize and respond to tissue grafts and newly introduced molecules
- induce pathologic inflammation
2
Q
what happens if someone is given blood with wrong antibodies
A
transfusion reaction
3
Q
how many red cell antigens does Rh consist of
A
> 50 red cell antigens
4
Q
is Rh or Rhd considered in clinical blood typing and why
A
RhD because it creates the greatest immune response
5
Q
what doesRhD determine
A
if a patient has positive or negative blood
6
Q
people with D antigen on their RBC are..
A
Rh positive
7
Q
people without D antigen on their RBC are..
A
Rh negative
8
Q
what antibody do Rh negative patients make
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