Rh antigen

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In contrast to the ABO group antibodies, which are preformed, antibodies to the Rh antigen are produced only in Rh− individuals after exposure to the antigen.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

If Rh− individuals receiving blood have had prior exposure to Rh antigen, antibodies for this antigen may be present in the blood and trigger agglutination to some degree.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Note that the Rh group is distinct from the ABO group, so any individual, no matter their ABO blood type, may have or lack this Rh antigen.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

This disease occurs when mothers negative for Rh antigen have multiple Rh-positive children.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Figure 17.17 The Rh antigen is found on Rh-positive red blood cells.

From Textbooks • Apr. 25, 2013