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Blood Groups

Hematology and Oncology Research have been crucial to understand the molecular basis of blood groups. Blood groups are determined based on the presence of antigens (proteins or glycoproteins) on the surface of red blood cells. Understanding blood groups and their variations is essential for transfusion medicine, org…

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Overview

Hematology and Oncology Research have been crucial to understand the molecular basis of blood groups. Blood groups are determined based on the presence of antigens (proteins or glycoproteins) on the surface of red blood cells. Understanding blood groups and their variations is essential for transfusion medicine, organ transplant, and forensic studies. The ABO blood group system is the most widely researched and clinically relevant blood group system. It consists of four blood types- A, B, AB, and O, depending on the presence of A and B antigens on the red blood cell surface. Another important blood group system is the Rh system, which is characterized by the presence or absence of the RhD antigen. Individuals who have the RhD antigen are Rh positive, while those who lack this antigen are Rh negative. Recent research in hematological and oncological studies has focused on variations and mutations in blood group systems. Studies have found that some inheritance patterns of blood groups increase the risk of developing certain diseases, such as cancer and autoimmune disorders. Furthermore, blood group antigens can also impact the outcome of cancer therapies and can be used as potential targets for immunotherapy. Moreover, research has also shown that blood group antigens have a significant influence on COVID-19 susceptibility and severity. Specifically, individuals with blood group A have a higher risk of contracting the virus and developing severe symptoms, while those with blood group O have a lower risk. In conclusion, Hematology and Oncology Research has shown a significant contribution in understanding the molecular basis of blood groups. The knowledge gained from research in this field has far-reaching implications in clinical medicine, forensic studies, and oncology.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

2017

Profile of Teenage Pregnancy in Hadramout, Yemen

Salim Bin Ghouth AbdullaCorresponding author
Professor, Department of Community medicine, Hadramout University, Yemen.
Exact topic Women's Reproductive Health Cited by 2 doi:10.14302/issn.2381-862X.jwrh-16-1292

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The 2 articles above have been cited 2 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Oct 2025.

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Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Hematology and Oncology Research (ISSN 2372-6601).

Journal editorial board
Jayadev Manikkam Umakanthan · United States Shuaiying Cui · United States Benedetto Sacchetti · Italy

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