Multiple Choice
Proteolytic enzymes should not be used to screen for antibodies because:
A) the reagent is too expensive for routine use.
B) clinically insignificant antibodies are enhanced.
C) red cells must be treated with enzymes first,which makes this technique impractical.
D) some antigens are destroyed by enzymes,which would cause the antibodies to be missed.
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