Accuracy of Blood Group Typed on National Identity Card

Abstract

 The ABO blood group was discovered in 1900 by Austrian scientist, Karl Landsteiner. The ABO blood group antigens are one of the most important issues in blood transfusion, because transfusion of ABO incompatible red cells will almost result in symptoms of a hemolytic transfusion reaction(HTR) and may cause disseminated intravascular coagulation, renal failure, and death. The ABO antigens may be found in many tissues and body fluids including red blood cell, platelets and endothelial cell. ABO grouping and Rh typing aid in the diagnosis, prevention and management of immunization associated with: Transfusion, pregnancy and solid organ and bone morrow transplantation.