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Agglutination

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Anatomy and Physiology I

Definition

Agglutination in the context of blood typing is the clumping of red blood cells (RBCs) in response to the action of an antibody. This reaction occurs when antibodies encounter their specific antigens on the surface of RBCs, leading to visible clumping that can be indicative of blood compatibility or disease.

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