Severe haemolytic transfusion reactions commonly occur when

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Severe haemolytic transfusion reactions commonly occur when
A. the transfused blood contains antibodies against the recipient cells.
B. the recipient has a high titre of antibodies against the donor cells.
C. Group A blood is transfused into Group AB recipients.
D. Group O blood is transfused into Group A recipients.
E. Rhesus negative blood is transfused into Rhesus positive recipients

Isha@2663 Answered question August 17, 2024

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score 0 · Answer 1 · 2024-08-17T16:31:22+00:00

B. the recipient has a high titre of antibodies against the donor cells.

In such cases, the recipient’s pre-existing antibodies can react with the transfused blood, leading to rapid and severe hemolysis. This is often due to incompatibility in blood groups or Rh factors.