Select the antiglobulin test that best fits the descriptions below.A selection may be used more than once.
-Detects IgG or complement-coated red cells
A)Indirect antiglobulin test
B)Direct antiglobulin test
C)Both the direct and indirect antiglobulin test

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Both the direct and indirect antiglobulin test can be used to detect IgG or complement-coated red cells. The direct test is used to detect antibodies already attached to the surface of red blood cells in the patient's body, while the indirect test is used to detect antibodies present in the serum against red blood cells. Both can identify the presence of IgG or complement on red cells.

Select the Antiglobulin Test That Best Fits the Descriptions Below