Q140 / 160 · JIPMER 2011 · Zoology

The problem due to $\mathrm{Rh}^{-}$factor arises when the blood of two $\left(\mathrm{Rh}^{+}\right.$and $\left.\mathrm{Rh}^{-}\right)$mixup

  • A
    during pregnancy
  • B
    through transfusion
  • C
    in a test tube
  • Correct answer
    D
    Both (1) and (2)

Solution

Landsteiner and Weiner (1940) disovered Rh antigens in the rhesus monkey. Now, it is found in most human beings. Human with this factor are said to be $\mathrm{Rh}^{+}$and humans without this factor are said to be $\mathrm{Rh}^{-}$. The problem due to Rh incompatibility arises when the blood of $\mathrm{Rh}^{+}$person and $\mathrm{Rh}^{-}$women mixes up during pregnancy or through blood transfusion.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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