ABO System
The ABO System is a system of 4 basic types into which human blood may be classified according to the presence or absence of particular antigens.
Description
The ABO System is a CODED CLINICAL ENTRY.
The ABO System is a system of 4 basic types into which human blood may be classified according to the presence or absence of particular antigens.
The 4 types are:
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A - Blood group A has A antigens in its red blood cells and anti-B antibodies in its plasma;
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B - Blood group B has B antigens and anti-A antibodies in its plasma;
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O - Blood group O blood has no antigens but both anti-A and anti-B antibodies
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AB - Blood group AB has both A and B antigens but no antibodies, as it would destroy itself.
For further information on the ABO System, see the NHS website at: Blood groups.
Also Known As
This NHS business definition is also known by these names:
Context | Alias |
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Full name | ABO Blood Group System |
Where Used
Type | Link | How used |
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NHS Business Definition | ABO System | references in description ABO System |
Attribute | PERSON BLOOD GROUP | references in description ABO System |
NHS Business Definition | Rh System | references in description ABO System |