What is the main purpose of crossmatching before transplantation?
A) To identify antibody in the potential donor to antigen present on recipient cells
B) To identify antibody in the serum of the potential recipient to antigens present on donor tissues
C) To identify antigen in the recipient cells to antibody present in donor serum
D) To identify antigen present on donor tissues to antibody present in recipient serum

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Crossmatching is performed to detect antibodies in the recipient's serum that may react with antigens on the donor's tissues, which could lead to transplant rejection.

What Is the Main Purpose of Crossmatching Before Transplantation