Why Are Proteolytic Enzymes Not Used in the Routine Screening

question 30

Multiple Choice

Why are proteolytic enzymes not used in the routine screening for antibodies?

• A) The reagent is too expensive for routine use.
• B) Clinically insignificant antibodies are enhanced.
• C) Red cells must be treated with enzymes first, which makes this technique impractical.
• D) Some antigens are destroyed by enzymes, which would cause the antibodies to be missed.

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