MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Rh factor is an inherited protein that can be found on the surface of the red blood cell. If your blood type is positive, then your blood cells have the Rh protein. If your blood type is negative, then your blood cells lack the Rh protein.

Detailed explanation-2: -Two separate genes for the Rh system are found on chromosome 1. One gene, RHD, encodes for the D antigen. Individuals with the D antigen present on their red blood cells are labeled as “Rh (D)–positive.” Those who do not have the D antigen are labeled as “Rh (D)–negative."

Detailed explanation-3: -There are 5 main Rh antigens on red cells – C, c, D, E, e. The most important of these is the Rh D. Having the D antigen on the red cell gives you the positive (+) and lacking it gives you the negative (-) after the letter A, B, AB or O.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Rh factor refers to a protein substance found in the blood of some people. Rhesus (Rh) factor is an inherited protein found on the surface of red blood cells. If your blood has the protein, you’re Rh positive. If your blood lacks the protein, you’re Rh negative.