The clumping of red blood cells, when the specific antibody against the antigen on the cells is added, is called

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Agglutination is the clumping of red blood cells when they are mixed with a specific antibody against the antigen present on the cell surface. This reaction is used in blood typing and cross-matching for blood transfusions. Coagulation is the process of blood clotting to prevent excessive bleeding. Hemostasis is the overall process of blood clotting and blood vessel repair. Vascularization refers to the formation of blood vessels, and areolation is not a term related to the clumping of red blood cells.

The Clumping of Red Blood Cells, When the Specific Antibody