BLOOD GROUP ABO & RH FACTOR

Blood Grouping test is used to identify the blood group of a person and Rh type. 

Blood Grouping test identifies Rh type and ABO incompatibility in pregnant women. Rh type is needed during pregnancy to assess the risk of hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN). In this condition, fetal red blood cells are destroyed by antibodies that are formed in the pregnant woman and that are able to cross the placenta into the fetal blood. ABO incompatibility between the pregnant woman and fetus is the most common cause of HDFN. 

Blood Grouping test is also necessary for safe blood transfusions. 

Blood Grouping test is recommended to 

• Determine compatibility before receiving blood transfusion or organ transplant 
• Identify Rh type and ABO incompatibility in pregnant women 
• Classifying blood for donation 

A healthcare professional will draw a blood sample from a vein in the arm. There are no special preparations required for Blood Grouping test, though your doctor may instruct you if any specific preparations are required for the test. 

Blood Grouping test is a safe, standard test with very minimal risks involved such as 

• Bleeding 
• Light headedness 
• Infection 
• Bruising 

Blood Grouping test results will inform the doctors to decide compatible blood groups for safe blood donation and receive transfusion. It also helps the doctor to identify Rh type and ABO incompatibility in pregnant women.