LAB MANUAL FOR HUMAN A&P MAIN VERSION
LAB MANUAL FOR HUMAN A&P MAIN VERSION
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ISBN: 9781266871016
Author: Martin
Publisher: MCG
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Blood typing involves identifying the protein substances called antigens that are present on the outer surfaces of red blood cell membranes. Many different antigens are associated with the human red blood cells, and a few of them are of clinical importance. These include the antigens of the ABO group and those of the Rh group.

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