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
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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
Explanation
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.
Source
Modern Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices
Hematology
Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching
Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching
Medium
MEDICAL
Confidence: high