A person with blood group 'O' has which of the following on their RBC surface and in their plasma?
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Correct answer: No A or B antigens; anti-A and anti-B antibodies in plasma
Blood group O is characterized by the absence of both A and B antigens on the RBC surface. Consequently, the plasma of such individuals contains both anti-A and anti-B antibodies.
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