Why Is Anti-Le^bL the Antibody of Choice When Phenotyping Red

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why is anti-Le^bL the antibody of choice when phenotyping red blood cells?

• A) It reacts best with O and A₂ cells.
• B) It is dependent on the ABH antigens.
• C) It is neutralized by H substance.
• D) It recognizes any Le^b antigen independent of ABO type.

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Definitions:

Periodic Inventory System

An inventory system where inventory levels are updated and cost of goods sold is calculated at set intervals, rather than continuously.

Weighted-Average Method

An inventory costing method that assigns an average cost to each unit of inventory, calculating it based on the weighted average of the cost of goods available for sale.

Ending Inventory

The cumulative worth of merchandise available for purchase at the conclusion of a financial period.

FIFO Method

"First-In, First-Out", an inventory valuation method where goods first added to inventory are the first ones considered sold.