Rh Typing

Question 1

The Rh factor (Rhesus factor) is named after the_______, where it was first discovered.

Answer 1

Rhesus macaque monkey

Question 2

The_______ method involves mixing a small sample of blood with antibodies against the_____.

If the blood cells clump logether (agglutinate), it indicates the presence of the Rh antigen, meaning the blood is Rh-positive.

If there is no clumping, the blood is Rh-negative.

Answer 2

direct

Rh factor

Question 3

In certain situations, such as during pregnancy or blood transfusions, ______ method may be used to detect Rh antibodies in the tlood serum.

Answer 3

an INDIRECT

Question 4

This method helps identify if there is a risk of Rh incornpatibility.

Answer 4

Indirect

Question 5

Rh typing is crucial during pregnancy.

If an Rh-negative mother is carrying an Rh-positive baby, she may develop antibodies against the Rh factor (a condition known as_________),.

This can lead to_________.

To prevent this, Rh-negative pregnant women are often given an injection of(_________) to prevent the formation of these antibodies..

Answer 5

Rh sensitization

hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN)

Rh immunoglobulin (RhoD) irmune globulin

Question 6

Proper Rh typing ersures compatibility during______

Receiving Rh-positive blood when you are Rh-negative can lead to an immune response and potentially serious complications

Answer 6

blood transfusions