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What is a transfusion reaction?
When donor and recipient blood types are not compatible
What happens when plasma antibody meets its specific surface antigen during a transfusion reaction?
Antibodies will be attached to RBC bearing the antigen attaching them to another RBC which can block the small vessels
What is the severity of the resulting transfusion reaction?
Severe jaundice and renal tubular damage leading to anuria and death
"Test Your Knowledge on Transfusion Reactions: Understanding the Dangers of Mismatched Blood Types" - Do you know what happens when donor and recipient blood types are incompatible during a blood transfusion? Take this quiz to learn about the dangers of transfusion reactions, including the role of antibodies and surface antigens in causing agglutination and blocking small vessels. Test your understanding of phagocytosis and the potential consequences of a transfusion reaction.
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