Transplantation of Organs and Tissues Is Challenging (Even Between Relatives)

question 27

Multiple Choice

Transplantation of organs and tissues is challenging (even between relatives) for all of the following reasons EXCEPT

• A)HLA alleles must be completely nonoverlapping.
• B)HLA alleles must be all or nearly matched.
• C)ABO blood groups must be matched.
• D)Immunosuppression is needed.
• E)All of the answers are correct.

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