What is the significance of the H antigen in the ABO blood group system?

A It is the precursor to the A and B antigens
B It is responsible for the production of anti-A and anti-B antibodies
C It is a high-frequency antigen found on red blood cells
D It is an enzyme involved in the synthesis of ABO antigens
The H antigen is the precursor to the A and B antigens in the ABO blood group system, and its presence or absence determines an individual's ABO blood type.
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