NEET 2026 Zoology Blood Groups MCQ Question
Select the incorrect statement with reference to Rh grouping.
A. Erythroblastosis foetalis is a condition observed having foetus with Rh–ve blood and mother with Rh+ve blood.
B. Rh antigen is observed on RBCs in the majority of human beings.
C. Before blood transfusion, Rh group should also be matched.
D. Rh incompatibility is observed when a pregnant mother is Rh–ve and the foetus is Rh+ve.
E. Erythroblastosis foetalis can be avoided by administering anti-Rh antibodies to the mother immediately after the delivery of the second child.
C and D only
A and B only
A and E only
B and C only
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The incorrect statements are (A) and (E). A special case of Rh incompatibility has been observed between the Rh⁻ve blood of a pregnant mother with Rh⁺ve blood of the foetus. Erythroblastosis foetalis cannot be avoided by administering anti-Rh antibodies immediately after the delivery of the first child.
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