Example: Weak/Missing Reaction in the Reverse Typing

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Example: Weak/Missing Reaction in the Reverse Typing

Table 15. Example of Reverse Typing Discrepancy.
Anti-AAnti-BA1 cellsB cells
Patient Results4+000
Most Probable ABO Type: Group A
Possible Causes: Immunocompromised, age-related, transplantation, dilution, technical/procedural error
Some Strategies for Resolution: Repeat testing with careful attention to accuracy or repeat reverse grouping with extended incubation at or below room temperature. Weak ABO reactions can often be potentiated using extended incubation at or below room temperature.