Red blood cell (RBC) transfusions are a milestone in the treatment for sickle cell anaemia
(SSA) and for thalassaemia. RBC alloimmunization remains a major challenge of chronic …

Understanding the complex immunological consequences of red cell transfusion is essential
if we are to use this valuable resource wisely and safely. The decision to transfuse red cells …

Analogous to human leukocyte antigens, blood group antigens are surface markers on the
erythrocyte cell membrane whose structures differ among individuals and which can be …

Abstract Background In Uganda, geographical distribution of blood groups and Rhesus (D)
factor varies across the country. The aim of this study was to examine the distribution of …

In analogy with histo-blood group A antigen, Forssman (Fs) antigen terminates with α3-N-
acetylgalactosamine and can be used by pathogens as a host receptor in many mammals …

Background Alloimmunisation is a major complication in patients with sickle cell disease
(SCD) receiving red blood cell (RBC) transfusions and despite provision of Rh phenotyped …

Although matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation, time-of-flight mass spectrometry
(MALDI-TOF MS) has previously been reported for high throughput blood group genotyping …

Organ transplantation from ABO blood group–incompatible (ABOi) donors requires accurate
detection, effective removal and subsequent surveillance of antidonor antibodies. Because …

Background Sickle cell disease (SCD) has become a major public health issue.
Hydroxyurea and red blood cell (RBC) transfusion are the cornerstone treatments …

Background The D typing strategies in several E uropean countries protect carriers of D
category VI (DVI) from anti‐D immunization but not carriers of other partial D. Besides DVI …