What Is an Abbreviated Crossmatch

question 56

Multiple Choice

What is an abbreviated crossmatch?

• A) A minor crossmatch
• B) A type and screen plus an immediate spin crossmatch
• C) A type and screen plus a minor crossmatch
• D) A type and screen plus an immediate spin crossmatch using pooled screening cells

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Definitions:

Sense of Taste

One of the five senses, involving the ability to detect flavors through taste buds in the mouth.

Spoiled Food

Food that has gone bad due to bacteria, mold, or yeast growth, making it unsafe to eat and potentially causing illness.

Saliva

A watery secretion in the mouth from the salivary glands, important for digestion and oral hygiene.

Swallow Efficiently

The ability to manage and control the swallowing process effectively, minimizing effort and risk of aspiration.