An Advantage of Performing HLA Cross- Matches Using Flow Cytometry

Multiple Choice

An advantage of performing HLA cross- matches using flow cytometry is that

A) flow cytometers are considerably less expensive than fluorescent microscopes.
B) Both T and B cell cross- matches can be performed in one tube.
C) the completed cross- match tubes can be stored for about a week until analysis is convenient.
D) viable cells are not required.