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Understanding ABO Blood Grouping by pini is a document available to read on EtoBox.
ABO blood grouping is determined by the presence of antigens on red blood cells. Group O has no antigens, A has A antigens, B has B antigens, and AB has both. People form antibodies against antigens they lack. Incompatible blood can cause hemolysis if transfused. Rh factor also matters, as Rh-negative people can form antibodies against Rh-positive blood after exposure. Blood typing involves testing unknown blood with known antibodies to determine blood group.
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- pini
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