What is the primary purpose of using an immediate spin crossmatch in blood banking?
A
To detect ABO incompatibility
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B
To detect Rh incompatibility
C
To detect antibodies against non-ABO antigens
D
To determine the blood type of the recipient
Explanation
The immediate spin crossmatch is used to detect ABO incompatibility between the donor's red blood cells and the recipient's plasma.
Source
AABB Technical Manual
Hematology
Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching
Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching
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