What Can Be Done to Increase the Sensitivity of the Antibody

question 14

Multiple Choice

What can be done to increase the sensitivity of the antibody screen in a compatibility test?

• A) Extend the incubation time.
• B) Increase the serum-to-cell ratio.
• C) Use an enhancement such as polyethylene glycol.
• D) All of the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Nerves

Bundles of fibers that transmit sensory and motor information throughout the body.

Parietal Cells

Cells located in the lining of the stomach that secrete hydrochloric acid and intrinsic factor, essential for digestion and vitamin B12 absorption, respectively.

Intrinsic Factor

Intrinsic factor is a protein produced by the stomach lining that is essential for the absorption of vitamin B12, necessary for the production of red blood cells.

HCl

HCl, or hydrochloric acid, is a strong, corrosive acid commonly used in laboratory and industrial applications, and naturally present in gastric acid to aid in digestion.