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Which one among the fallowing Statements about blood trans- fusion is correct ? Blood group B can give blood to—
Explanation
Blood group compatibility is determined by the presence of antigens on red blood cells and antibodies in the plasma. Individuals with blood group B have B antigens on their red cells and anti-A antibodies in their plasma. Consequently, group B individuals can safely donate blood to recipients of the same group (B) and to those with group AB, as group AB is the universal recipient and lacks antibodies against A or B antigens. Regarding reception, group B individuals can receive blood from other group B donors or from group O donors, who are universal donors [1]. They cannot receive from group A or AB because their anti-A antibodies would cause an immune reaction against the A antigens. Therefore, group B can give to B and AB, and receive from B (and O), making option 2 the most accurate description of the provided choices.
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- [1] https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001306.htm
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
Which of the statements given below are correct ? 1. A person having blood group ‘A’ can donate blood to persons having blood group ‘A’ and blood group ‘AB 2. A person having blood group ‘AB’ can donate blood to persons having blood groups ‘A1, ‘B’, ‘AB’ or ‘O’. 3. A person with blood group ‘O’ can donate blood to persons having any blood group. 4. A person with blood group ‘O’ can receive blood from the person of any of the blood groups. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Which one of the following statements about blood elements is correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the transmission of AIDS:
- By sexual intercourse
- By blood transfusion
- By mosquitoes and other blood-sucking insects
- Across the placenta
Of these statements:
A) I, II and III are correct
B) I, II and IV are correct
C) I, III and IV are correct
D) I and III are correct