What is the significance of the Hh blood group system in relation to the secretion of ABO blood group antigens?
A
It determines the presence or absence of ABO antigens in saliva and other bodily fluids
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B
It influences the severity of hemolytic disease of the newborn
C
It affects the expression of Rh blood group antigens
D
It has no relation to ABO blood group antigen secretion
Explanation
The Hh blood group system controls the secretion of ABO blood group antigens in bodily fluids, such as saliva, and is important in determining an individual's secretor status.
Source
Modern Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices
Hematology
Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching
Hematology: Blood Grouping and Crossmatching
Medium
MEDICAL
Confidence: high