The Significance of Blood Typing in Transfusions: Understanding ABO Blood Groups, Rh Antigen, and Compatibility

Explain blood typing and how it is used to avoid adverse reactions following blood transfusions Discuss the concept of ABO blood groups. Include the Rh antigen. Summarize the antigens and antibodies associated with Type O, Type A, Type B, and Type AB blood. Explain compatible blood types, universal donors, and universal recipients.