The Duffy protein, a transmembrane molecule, functions as a receptor for various
chemokines and facilitates attachment between the reticulocyte and the Plasmodium Duffy …

Purpose Knowledge of the prevalence of blood group antigens in a given population is
important for the prevention of hemolytic reactions. The MNS blood group system (002) has …

Purpose Sickle cell disease (SCD) and thalassemia are common inherited blood disorders
in Saudi Arabia, especially in Jazan Province. Patients with these disorders require multiple …

Background The patients who require transfusion are prevalent in the Jazan Province, Saudi
Arabia. Therefore, it is essential to know the frequency of blood group antigens in such a …

Plasmodium knowlesi (Pk) causes zoonotic malaria and is known as the “fifth human
malaria parasite”. Pk malaria is an emerging threat because infections are increasing and …

Introduction. The risk of developing transfusion‐related complications, especially
alloimmunization, is an ongoing concern for transfusion‐dependent patients. It is important …

Background: Inherited hemoglobinopathies are common in Jazan Province, Saudi Arabia,
and some patients may frequently require a blood transfusion. Therefore, the provision of …

The Dombrock (DO) blood group system has two primary antigens, Doa and Dob, which can
cause delayed hemolytic transfusion reactions. The paucity of specific monospecific …

Abstract Background and Aim The Duffy (FY) blood group system has six known antigens
among which the Fya and Fyb are known as major antigens. Fyx phenotype forms as a …