Exp. 7 Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
Q
it refers to specific variations within the major blood group systems that can exist due to genetic differences
A
subgroup
2
Q
what is the rationale of determining subtypes
A
transfusion compatibility and blood typing accuracy
3
Q
what are the 2 principal subgroups of A
A
A1 and A2
4
Q
which subgroup of A is more common
A
A1
5
Q
a type of protein that can specifically bind to carbohydrates found on the surfaces of cells
A
lectin
6
Q
function of lectin
A
identify blood group antigen by observing the agglutination
7
Q
this type of lectin binds to the a1 antigen
A
dba
8
Q
this type of lectin binds to h antigen
A
uea
9
Q
this type of lectin binds to A antigen
A
pha
10
Q
this lectin binds to both A and H antigen
A
rca
11
Q
what is the main source of anti-a1 lectin?
A
leguminous plant known as Dolichos biflorus
