Which of the following terms refers to the phenomenon where an individual's immune system produces antibodies against their own red blood cells due to exposure to allogenic blood during pregnancy or transfusion?

A Isoimmunization
B Hemolysis
C Alloimmunization ✓
D Autoimmunization

Explanation

Alloimmunization occurs when an individual's immune system is exposed to allogenic (non-self) blood cells, leading to the production of antibodies against those cells. This can happen during pregnancy or blood transfusion.

Source

Medical Immunology Textbook
Hematology Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high