What is the term for the process by which red blood cells are broken down and removed from the circulation due to antibodies against them?

A Hemolysis ✓
B Agglutination
C Phagocytosis
D Opsonization

Explanation

Hemolysis refers to the breakdown of red blood cells, which can occur due to various factors including antibodies against them.

Mnemonic

Hemo = blood, lysis = breakdown

Source

Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease
Hematology Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high