Why Should Cassettes and Intensifying Screens Be Examined Prior to Use

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Essay

Why should cassettes and intensifying screens be examined prior to use?

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Definitions:

Rh Antigen

A protein found on the surface of red blood cells that can play a critical role in blood transfusion compatibility.

Universal Donor

A term referring to individuals with O negative blood type, indicating they can donate blood to people of all other blood types due to the lack of A, B, and Rh antigens in their red blood cells.

Donor Blood

Blood collected from a healthy individual used for transfusion to a recipient in need.

Antigen B

A specific marker, usually a protein, on the surface of certain blood cells, critical in determining blood type.