Coombs' Activity

INCORRECT

Question 1

What is the difference between Direct and Indirect Coombs' Tests?

The direct Coombs' test is used to test the mother, whereas an indirect test determines the Rh status of the infant.

Explanation.
A direct Coomb' test would be use to determine whether the infant's red cells have maternal anti-Rh antibodies bound to them.

Immunological Techniques
University of Arizona
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