Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function, 7th Edition

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Chapter 18 - The Circulatory System: Blood - Study Guide - Testing Your Recall - Page 706: 14

Answer

agglutinogens

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The RBC antigens that determine transfusion compatibility are called agglutinogens. Agglutinogens are antigens on the surface of the RBCs. Agglutinins are the antibodies in the blood plasma.
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