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An unusual Rh immunization

G L Leonard, S S Ellisor, M E Reid

    Vox Sanguinis
    |October 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    The first documented case of Anti-C antibodies was identified in a patient with the rare Rh phenotype R1Wr (CwDe/cde). This finding is significant in Rh blood group system research.

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    Area of Science:

    • Immunology
    • Transfusion Medicine
    • Genetics

    Background:

    • The Rh blood group system is crucial in transfusion medicine, with various antigens influencing compatibility.
    • The C antigen (part of the Rhesus system) and the Cw antigen are important in transfusion reactions and pregnancy.

    Observation:

    • A patient with the Rh phenotype R1Wr (CwDe/cde) was found to have Anti-C antibodies in her serum.
    • This represents a novel observation within the context of Rh blood group phenotypes.

    Findings:

    • The presence of Anti-C in a Cw-positive individual is reported for the first time.
    • This case challenges previous assumptions about antibody formation in relation to specific Rh antigen combinations.

    Implications:

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    • This discovery necessitates a review of Rh typing and antibody screening protocols, particularly for rare phenotypes.
    • Understanding this interaction can improve blood transfusion safety and management of Rh-sensitized pregnancies.