Why is polyethylene glycol reagent added to the screen or panel?
A) Enhance detection of IgM antibodies.
B) Eliminate the reactivity of certain antigens.
C) Increase the avidity of IgG antibodies.
D) Eliminate the need for washing in the indirect antiglobulin test.

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Polyethylene glycol (PEG)concentrates antibodies and increases the rate of antibody uptake,increasing the avidity of IgG antibody reactions.

Why Is Polyethylene Glycol Reagent Added to the Screen or Panel