Person with blood group AB is considered as universal recipient because he has:
Correct answer: A. Both A and B antigens on RBC but no antibodies in the plasma
- A. Both A and B antigens on RBC but no antibodies in the plasma
- B. Both A and B antibodies in the plasma
- C. No antigen on RBC and no antibody in the plasma
- D. Both A and B antigens in the plasma but no antibodies
Explanation
A person with blood group AB has both A and B antigens on the surface of their red blood cells (RBCs). Antigens are substances that can trigger an immune response in the body. In this case, since the person has both A and B antigens, their immune system does not produce antibodies against these antigens. As a result, when receiving blood transfusions, the person's plasma will not contain antibodies that would attack and destroy the transfused blood cells. Therefore, a person with blood group AB is considered a universal recipient because they can receive blood from individuals with blood groups A, B, AB, and O without an immune response.
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