Cold-reactive alloantibodies can be identified by testing plasma against panels of cells with known

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Cold-reactive alloantibodies are typically associated with specific blood group antigens on red blood cells, known as phenotypes. Therefore, testing plasma against panels of cells with known phenotypes would be the most effective way to identify these antibodies. Choice A (antibodies) could be misleading as the plasma being tested already contains antibodies, and choice B (genes) and C (microorganisms) are not relevant to identifying cold-reactive alloantibodies.

Cold-Reactive Alloantibodies Can Be Identified by Testing Plasma Against Panels