REVIEW ARTICLE ON ABC OF BLOOD GROUPS

Author Name: 1. Mohammed Sheikh Ismail 2. Dr. Abdul Latif

Volume/Issue: 03/06

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://www.doi-ds.org/doilink/12.2022-89326311/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Research Scholar Nursing J.J.T.U. Rajasthan, India,
2. Principal KGN College of Nursing,  Sikar, PhD Nursing. Rajasthan, India

ABSTRACT

International Society of Blood Transfusion has recently recognized 33 blood group systems. Apart from ABO and Rhesus system, many other types of antigens have been noticed on the red cell membranes. Blood grouping and cross-matching is one of the few important tests that the anesthesiologist orders during perioperative period. Hence, a proper understanding of the blood group system, their clinical significance, typing and cross-matching tests, and current perspective are of paramount importance to prevent transfusion-related complications. Nonetheless, the knowledge on blood group system is necessary to approach blood group-linked diseases which are still at the stage of research. This review addresses all these aspects of the blood groups system.

Key words: Blood groups and ABO typing