Electronic Crossmatching

question 19

Multiple Choice

Electronic crossmatching

• A) does not eliminate the need for a serologic crossmatch.
• B) must confirm current with historical recipient's ABO group.
• C) disregards discrepancies between recipient and donor unit.
• D) allows the antibody screening to be eliminated.

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Definitions:

B Lymphocytes

White blood cells that form part of the immune system and are involved in the production of antibodies to combat infections.

Humoral Immunity

The aspect of immunity that is mediated by antibodies produced by B cells in response to external pathogens.

Specific Antibodies

Immune system proteins tailored to recognize and neutralize specific antigens, such as viruses or bacteria.

Circulating Erythrocytes

Red blood cells that are moving through the bloodstream, carrying oxygen to body tissues and removing carbon dioxide.