In a Type O Individual, Which of the Following Is

Question

In a type O individual, which of the following is true?
A) The plasma lacks anti-A antibodies.
B) The erythrocytes lack surface antigens A and B.
C) The plasma lacks anti-B antibodies.
D) The leukocytes possess both surface antigens A and B.
E) The erythrocytes possess both surface antigens A and B.

Accepted Answer

Type O individuals lack surface antigens A and B on their erythrocytes, making them universal donors as their blood can be transfused into individuals with any other blood type without causing a transfusion reaction. They have both anti-A and anti-B antibodies in their plasma.