Rh Positive (Noun)
Meaning
The blood group (approximately 85% of people) whose red cells have the Rh factor (Rh antigen).
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Most people have the Rh-positive blood type, which means their red blood cells have the Rh antigen on their surface.
- A person with Rh-positive blood can receive blood from someone who is also Rh-positive, but not from someone who is Rh-negative.
- Pregnant women who are Rh-negative and carrying an Rh-positive fetus may need special care to prevent complications.
- In transfusions, it's crucial to match the Rh-positive or Rh-negative status of the donor and recipient to avoid adverse reactions.
- Rh-positive individuals can donate blood to other Rh-positive people, but not to those who are Rh-negative.