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86971 Rbc pretx incubatj with enzymes

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: RBC enzyme pretreatment, Enzyme incubation, Papain treatment

Red blood cell pretreatment with enzyme incubation to enhance or diminish antigen reactivity. Uses proteases to alter RBC surface.

Clinical Context

Enzyme-treated cells enhance certain antibody reactions and diminish others, aiding antibody identification in serologic workup.

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Transfusion MedicinePathology

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