The assumption – It is assumed that if two partners with sickle cell trait – AS and AS; AS and AC or AC and AC – get married, only 25% of the children are at ri
Many people fear to donate blood because they think it will cause them harm. It is sometimes very difficult to convince some people otherwise. While some resist donating blood for he
Despite the benefits in donating blood for both the donor and recipients, there are circumstances that may prevent someone willing to donate from doing so. This may be due to age, body si
What is Rhesus factor? – Rhesus (Rh) factor is an inherited protein (antigen) found on the surface of red blood cells. When the antigen is present, it is ass
Why blood transfusion? – Blood transfusion is sometimes required in patient management for various reasons. In such cases, the
What is sickle cell disease (SCD)? – This is a group of inherited disorders in which red blood cells are produced with abnormal haemoglobin (the protein th
Blood genotype refers to the genetic makeup of the blood in an individual. Genotypes are in pairs, and there are five of them: AA, AS, AC, SS and SC. Persons with AA, AS and AC a
Blood has two components: cells and plasma (liquid component). Blood group refers to the antigens (substances that stimulate antibodies) on red blood cells. These a
