Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Blood Typing01:10

Blood Typing

1.6K
Understanding an individual's blood group is a critical component of transfusion medicine. It ensures compatibility in blood transfusions, organ transplants, and even during pregnancy. Determining these blood groups involves the ABO and Rh blood typing systems, utilizing specific antigens and corresponding anti-sera to identify an individual's blood type.
Antigens are protein molecules that reside on the surface of red blood cells (RBCs). The ABO and Rh blood typing systems target...
1.6K
The ABO Blood Group01:12

The ABO Blood Group

2.4K
The ABO blood group system is a critical element of transfusion medicine, essential for determining blood compatibility in transfusions and organ transplants. It is based on specific antigens, or agglutinogens, present on the surface of red blood cells (RBCs) and corresponding antibodies, or agglutinins, in the blood plasma.
Antigens in the ABO Blood Group System
Antigens are substances that can trigger an immune response, leading to the production of antibodies. In the ABO blood group system,...
2.4K
Blood Types02:20

Blood Types

18.8K
Human blood is classified into different types based on the presence of antigens on the red blood cell's surface and antibodies in the plasma. Proper identification of blood type is essential for successful blood transfusion. The International Society of Blood Transfusion has identified 38 human blood types based on the surface antigens on the red blood cells. The most common types are ABO, Rh, and MNS blood types.
ABO blood group
ABO antigens are glycoproteins encoded by genes present on...
18.8K
Blood Transfusion and Agglutination02:45

Blood Transfusion and Agglutination

11.4K
Blood transfusion is a therapeutic measure to restore the blood volume after extensive blood loss due to an accident or a medical procedure. Blood transfusion involves drawing a certain amount of blood from a suitable donor and infusing it into the recipient.
History
The history of blood transfusion dates back to the 17th century, when early attempts were made in animals. In 1818 James Blundell, a British doctor, performed the first successful human blood transfusion. Later in 1900, Karl...
11.4K
Blood Transfusion01:15

Blood Transfusion

860
Blood transfusion is a critical medical procedure that saves lives and treats various medical conditions. It involves transferring blood from a donor to a recipient. This process requires a thorough understanding of the ABO blood group system and its associated antigens and antibodies.
Blood Transfusion Overview
A blood transfusion is a medical procedure used to replace blood lost due to injury, surgery, or to treat conditions such as anemia or cancer. During a transfusion, donor blood is...
860
Rh Blood Group01:19

Rh Blood Group

2.0K
The Rhesus (Rh) antigen is crucial in determining blood groups and ensuring compatibility during blood transfusions.
2.0K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

4'-hydroxychalcone nanofiber hydrogel dressing promotes diabetic chronic wound healing by regulating macrophage polarization via the TLR/IL-17/TNF signaling pathway.

Materials today. Bio·2025
Same author

Distribution characteristics of earthworms in different climatic zones of Yunnan Province, Southwest China.

Ying yong sheng tai xue bao = The journal of applied ecology·2025
Same author

Platelet indices and inflammatory bowel disease: a Mendelian randomization study.

Frontiers in immunology·2024
Same author

Application of Targeted Coronary Angiography in the Diagnosis of Sudden Cardiac Death.

Fa yi xue za zhi·2024
Same author

Synthesis, characterization and photocatalytic properties of In<sub>2.77</sub>S<sub>4</sub>/Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub> composites.

Applied physics. A, Materials science & processing·2022
Same author

Artificial intelligence and machine learning in design of mechanical materials.

Materials horizons·2021
Same journal

Posterior capsule rupture with complete lens dislocation into the vitreous cavity caused by blunt trauma: a case report.

Frontiers in medicine·2026
Same journal

Case Report: Heparin resistance as the harbinger of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia in acute pulmonary embolism.

Frontiers in medicine·2026
Same journal

Trends and variation in use of end-tidal carbon dioxide during in-hospital cardiac arrest: an observational cohort study.

Frontiers in medicine·2026
Same journal

From virtual pregnancy to digital twin obstetrics: multimodal data integration for personalized prediction of pregnancy complications.

Frontiers in medicine·2026
Same journal

Immunotherapy with or without low-intensity chemotherapy versus conventional chemotherapy as first-line treatment for newly diagnosed B-ALL patients fit for intensive chemotherapy: a propensity score-matched study.

Frontiers in medicine·2026
Same journal

Hypertension and frailty in older adults: a bibliometric analysis and knowledge mapping based on Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (1973-2025).

Frontiers in medicine·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Oct 2, 2025

Detection of Residual Donor Erythroid Progenitor Cells after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for Patients with Hemoglobinopathies
11:59

Detection of Residual Donor Erythroid Progenitor Cells after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for Patients with Hemoglobinopathies

Published on: September 6, 2017

7.5K

Blood Group Testing.

Hong-Yang Li1, Kai Guo2,3,4

  • 1Department of Blood Transfusion, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China.

Frontiers in Medicine
|February 28, 2022
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Accurate blood group typing is crucial for safe red blood cell (RBC) transfusions. This review explores emerging technologies that enhance blood group testing beyond traditional methods, improving transfusion safety.

Keywords:
ABO blood group systemRH blood group systemblood group antigenblood group testingblood group typingred blood cell

More Related Videos

Antigens Protected Functional Red Blood Cells By The Membrane Grafting Of Compact Hyperbranched Polyglycerols
11:31

Antigens Protected Functional Red Blood Cells By The Membrane Grafting Of Compact Hyperbranched Polyglycerols

Published on: January 2, 2013

18.2K
A Precision Medicine Tool for Measurement and Monitoring of Hemoglobin S in Sickle Cell Disease Patients Receiving Transfusion Therapy
07:24

A Precision Medicine Tool for Measurement and Monitoring of Hemoglobin S in Sickle Cell Disease Patients Receiving Transfusion Therapy

1.8K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Oct 2, 2025

Detection of Residual Donor Erythroid Progenitor Cells after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for Patients with Hemoglobinopathies
11:59

Detection of Residual Donor Erythroid Progenitor Cells after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for Patients with Hemoglobinopathies

Published on: September 6, 2017

7.5K
Antigens Protected Functional Red Blood Cells By The Membrane Grafting Of Compact Hyperbranched Polyglycerols
11:31

Antigens Protected Functional Red Blood Cells By The Membrane Grafting Of Compact Hyperbranched Polyglycerols

Published on: January 2, 2013

18.2K
A Precision Medicine Tool for Measurement and Monitoring of Hemoglobin S in Sickle Cell Disease Patients Receiving Transfusion Therapy
07:24

A Precision Medicine Tool for Measurement and Monitoring of Hemoglobin S in Sickle Cell Disease Patients Receiving Transfusion Therapy

1.8K

Area of Science:

  • Transfusion Medicine
  • Clinical Pathology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Red blood cell (RBC) transfusion is a common clinical procedure to enhance oxygen delivery.
  • Blood group typing, essential for transfusion compatibility, typically relies on serological testing of ABO and RH systems.
  • Accurate typing is critical to prevent transfusion reactions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a clinical overview of emerging technologies in blood group testing.
  • To discuss the potential of new methods to supplement or replace traditional serological testing.
  • To highlight promising strategies for advancing blood group typing and ensuring transfusion safety.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of emerging technologies in blood group testing.
  • Analysis of clinical applications and advancements in blood group genotyping.
  • Comparison of novel methods with established serological testing techniques.

Main Results:

  • Emerging technologies offer alternative and supplemental approaches to blood group determination.
  • Blood group genotyping precisely identifies variant antigens with clinical significance.
  • New technologies can overcome limitations of traditional serological methods.

Conclusions:

  • Emerging technologies show promise for improving the accuracy and reliability of blood group typing.
  • Advancements in blood group testing are vital for enhancing the safety of RBC transfusions.
  • Further development and implementation of these technologies can significantly benefit clinical practice.