Blood Group (ABO & Rh Type)

The Blood Group (ABO & Rh Type) test determines an individual’s blood type based on the ABO blood group system and the Rh factor. The ABO system classifies blood into four groups: A, B, AB, and O, depending on the presence or absence of specific antigens on red blood cells. The Rh factor indicates whether a person is Rh-positive (Rh+) or Rh-negative (Rh−), which is essential for blood transfusions, pregnancy, and organ transplants.

Knowing your blood group is crucial in emergencies requiring blood transfusions, as receiving an incompatible blood type can cause severe immune reactions. This test is also essential for pregnant women to assess the risk of Rh incompatibility, which can lead to complications in pregnancy. Additionally, it is commonly performed before surgeries, organ donations, and for medical identification purposes.