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What indicates that an individual is a 'secretor' regarding the Se locus?
What indicates that an individual is a 'secretor' regarding the Se locus?
- The presence of se/se genotype
- At least one copy of the Se gene (correct)
- The ability to process H antigens into A and B antigens (correct)
- The absence of fucosyltransferase
What characteristic differentiates non-secretors at the Se locus?
What characteristic differentiates non-secretors at the Se locus?
- They have Se/Se genotype
- They secrete A and B antigens
- They can produce H antigen
- They are homozygous for null alleles (correct)
Which is NOT an indication for ABO grouping?
Which is NOT an indication for ABO grouping?
- Blood donations
- Paternity testing
- Diagnosing diabetes (correct)
- Determining organ compatibility
What does forward typing in ABO typing refer to?
What does forward typing in ABO typing refer to?
Why is knowing ABO compatibility crucial for organ transplant candidates?
Why is knowing ABO compatibility crucial for organ transplant candidates?
How are symptoms of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (ABO-HDN) associated with ABO grouping?
How are symptoms of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (ABO-HDN) associated with ABO grouping?
Which weak subgroup of A does not react significantly with anti-A antisera?
Which weak subgroup of A does not react significantly with anti-A antisera?
What kind of genetic locus is the Se locus considered to be?
What kind of genetic locus is the Se locus considered to be?
What is the significance of individuals who lack A and B antigens?
What is the significance of individuals who lack A and B antigens?
At what age do ABO antibodies typically begin to appear in individuals?
At what age do ABO antibodies typically begin to appear in individuals?
Which of the following statements regarding the O gene is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding the O gene is correct?
Which allele combinations correspond to the Group A phenotype?
Which allele combinations correspond to the Group A phenotype?
What is the main reason the ABO blood group system is significant for transfusion practice?
What is the main reason the ABO blood group system is significant for transfusion practice?
What role do transferases play in the context of A, B, and H antigens?
What role do transferases play in the context of A, B, and H antigens?
What type of antibodies are produced in the first years of life as part of the ABO system?
What type of antibodies are produced in the first years of life as part of the ABO system?
Which statement about inheritance patterns of the A and B genes is true?
Which statement about inheritance patterns of the A and B genes is true?
How are ABO antigens characterized in terms of their biological structure?
How are ABO antigens characterized in terms of their biological structure?
Which characteristic is true about the ABO antigens at birth?
Which characteristic is true about the ABO antigens at birth?
Which of these is a characteristic of the natural antibodies of the ABO system?
Which of these is a characteristic of the natural antibodies of the ABO system?
How many genes do individuals inherit related to the ABO blood group system?
How many genes do individuals inherit related to the ABO blood group system?
What is a potential consequence of ABO incompatibility during blood transfusion?
What is a potential consequence of ABO incompatibility during blood transfusion?
Where else, besides red blood cells, can ABO antigens be found?
Where else, besides red blood cells, can ABO antigens be found?
What is the nature of the antibodies present in the ABO system?
What is the nature of the antibodies present in the ABO system?
Which of the following statements about the term 'O' in the ABO system is correct?
Which of the following statements about the term 'O' in the ABO system is correct?
What is the primary purpose of reverse typing in ABO typing?
What is the primary purpose of reverse typing in ABO typing?
What is a significant disadvantage of using human-source reagents for blood typing?
What is a significant disadvantage of using human-source reagents for blood typing?
Which of the following statements about subgroups of A and B is true?
Which of the following statements about subgroups of A and B is true?
What must be done if the forward and reverse typing results do not agree?
What must be done if the forward and reverse typing results do not agree?
What is the main function of the lectin Ulex europaeus in blood typing?
What is the main function of the lectin Ulex europaeus in blood typing?
Individuals with blood group A will have which type of antibodies in their serum?
Individuals with blood group A will have which type of antibodies in their serum?
What type of antibodies do blood group B individuals possess?
What type of antibodies do blood group B individuals possess?
What advantage do monoclonal antibodies have over human-source reagents?
What advantage do monoclonal antibodies have over human-source reagents?
What role do the H, A, and B genes play in blood group antigen expression?
What role do the H, A, and B genes play in blood group antigen expression?
Which body fluids contain a soluble form of ABO blood group antigens in secretors?
Which body fluids contain a soluble form of ABO blood group antigens in secretors?
How can a person 'acquire' the B antigen during an illness?
How can a person 'acquire' the B antigen during an illness?
What effect can hematological cancers have on ABO blood group antigens?
What effect can hematological cancers have on ABO blood group antigens?
What characterizes the Bombay blood group?
What characterizes the Bombay blood group?
Which of the following is a common consequence of illnesses affecting blood group antigen expression?
Which of the following is a common consequence of illnesses affecting blood group antigen expression?
What percentage of the population typically represents the A2 and A2B subgroups?
What percentage of the population typically represents the A2 and A2B subgroups?
Which cells are known to adsorb ABO blood group antigens from plasma?
Which cells are known to adsorb ABO blood group antigens from plasma?
Study Notes
Blood Groups
- A blood group system is defined by a collection of antigens, each with similar characteristics.
- Blood group system antigens are inherited according to a specific pattern.
ABO Blood Group System
- The most important blood group system for transfusion practice.
- Antibodies are naturally present in the serum of individuals lacking the corresponding antigen.
- ABO antibodies are IgM and can cause hemolysis and death.
- Each red blood cell has 800,000 to 2 million ABO antigens.
- ABO antigens are glycolipids and can be found in plasma, saliva, secretions, and other tissues.
Function of ABO Antigens
- The function of ABO antigens is unknown.
- Individuals lacking A and B antigens are healthy, suggesting the antigens are not essential.
ABO Antibodies
- Naturally occurring IgM antibodies.
- Antibodies agglutinate at 30°C and below.
- Not present at birth and appear around 3-6 months.
ABO Inheritance
- ABO genes are located on chromosome 9.
- Individuals inherit one gene from each parent.
- A and B genes are co-dominant and can be expressed even with a single gene inherited.
- O gene is recessive and is only expressed when inherited from both parents.
ABO Phenotypes and Genotypes
- Group A phenotype: A/A or A/O genotype.
- Group B phenotype: B/B or B/O genotype.
- Group O phenotype: O/O genotype.
- Group AB phenotype: A/B genotype.
ABO Antigen Production
- Transferases control the addition of specific sugars to the oligosaccharide chain.
- Different transferases are produced by H, A, and B genes.
Expression of ABO Antigens
- Expressed on various tissues, including epithelial and endothelial cells.
- Each red blood cell expresses 800,000 to 2 million ABO antigens.
- Secretors: Have soluble ABO antigens in bodily fluids, except cerebrospinal fluid.
Bombay Blood Group
- Lacks H gene, resulting in the inability to produce H antigen.
- Also lacks A and B antigens.
- Types as O and has anti-A, anti-B, and anti-H antibodies.
Subgroups of A and B
- Subgroups are caused by decreased antigens on red blood cells.
- Most common are subgroups of A.
- A1: Represents 80% of A and AB individuals.
Lectins
- Plant extracts that react with specific antigens.
- Ulex europaeus (lectin H): Agglutinates cells with H substance.
- Dolichos biflouros (lectin A1): Agglutinates cells with A1 antigen.
ABO Typing
- Forward typing: Determines antigens on red blood cells.
- Reverse typing: Determines antibodies in serum or plasma.
ABO Typing Discrepancies
- Forward and reverse typing results should match.
- If results disagree, identify the cause of discrepancy.
- If unresolved, report blood type as UNKNOWN and give group O blood.
Secretors
- Controlled by the Se locus (FUT2).
- Se/Se or Se/se genotype: Secretors, produce soluble H antigen.
- se/se genotype: Non-secretors, cannot produce soluble H antigen.
Indications for ABO Grouping
- Blood donors.
- Transfusion recipients.
- Organ transplant candidates and donors.
- Prenatal patients for detecting ABO-HDFN.
- Newborns, especially if demonstrating HDFN symptoms.
- Paternity testing.
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Test your knowledge on the ABO blood group system, including its antigens, antibodies, and inheritance patterns. This quiz covers essential facts that are critical for understanding blood transfusion practices and human genetics. Ideal for students in biology and healthcare fields.
