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What is a transfusion reaction?
What is a transfusion reaction?
- A reaction that occurs when donor and recipient blood types are the same
- A reaction that occurs when donor and recipient blood types are not compatible (correct)
- A reaction that occurs when the donor has a blood clotting disorder
- A reaction that occurs when the recipient has a blood clotting disorder
What is the process that occurs when antibodies attach to RBCs with specific surface antigens?
What is the process that occurs when antibodies attach to RBCs with specific surface antigens?
- None of the above
- Phagocytosis
- Haemolysis
- Agglutination (correct)
What are the potential consequences of a severe transfusion reaction?
What are the potential consequences of a severe transfusion reaction?
- Severe jaundice and renal tubular damage leading to anuria and death (correct)
- Phagocytosis of agglutinated cells
- Minor rise in the plasma bilirubin level
- Immediate hemolysis
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Test your knowledge on transfusion reactions with this quiz! Learn about what happens when incompatible blood types are mixed, how antibodies and antigens interact, and the potential consequences of a mismatched transfusion. This quiz is perfect for medical students, healthcare professionals, or anyone interested in understanding the science behind transfusions.
