When do anti-A and anti-B antibodies appear in plasma?

Correct answer: B. During the first few months of life

  • A. During early development
  • B. During the first few months of life
  • C. At the age of puberty
  • D. When exposed to the wrong blood group

Explanation

During the first few months of life - Correct. Anti-A and anti-B antibodies begin to appear in an infant's blood plasma around 3-6 months after birth due to exposure to environmental antigens.

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