What is the Rh Factor?
A type of protein found on the surface of red blood cells
Where was the Rh Factor first discovered?
n the Rhesus monkey.
What percentage of North Americans have the Rh Factor?
About 85%
What does Rh+ mean?
Rh+ means a person has the Rh antigen.
What does Rh- mean?
Rh- means a person does not have the Rh antigen.
How can antibodies to the Rh antigen develop?
They can develop if a person without the antigen (Rh-) is exposed to Rh+ blood.
Can Rh+ individuals receive both Rh+ and Rh- blood?
yes
Can Rh- individuals receive both Rh+ and Rh- blood?
no