Biology · Immunology and Hematology

What is the primary purpose of the antiglobulin test (Coombs test) in blood banking?

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1To determine the Rh blood group of an individual
2To identify the presence of ABO antigens on red blood cells
3To detect antibodies attached to red blood cells that may cause transfusion reactions✓
4To count the number of red blood cells in a blood sample

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To detect antibodies attached to red blood cells that may cause transfusion reactions

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