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What You Can Do

While we couldn't determine your blood type from your DNA file, there are several reliable alternatives.

1

Clinical Blood Test

Visit your doctor or a local laboratory for a definitive blood type test. This is the most accurate method and takes only a few minutes.

2

Blood Donation

Consider donating blood at your local blood bank. They will test your blood type and inform you of the results � while helping save lives.

3

Alternative DNA Tests

Some DNA testing companies include blood type markers in their analysis. Consider uploading data from a different testing provider.

Global Blood Type Distribution

How blood types are distributed across the world's population.

Blood Type Percentage Distribution
O+ 38%
A+ 34%
B+ 9%
AB+ 3%
O- 7%
A- 6%
B- 2%
AB- 1%

Key Statistics

  • O+ is the most common blood type globally (38%)
  • AB- is the rarest blood type (1%)
  • About 85% of people have Rh-positive blood
  • Type O is the "universal donor"
  • Type AB is the "universal recipient"

Blood Type Compatibility

Understanding who can donate to whom is vital for medical emergencies.

"Diversity as continuity, not division � all blood types are variations within a shared humanity."

Blood Type Can Receive From Can Donate To
AB+ All blood types (Universal Recipient) AB+
AB- A-, B-, AB-, O- AB+, AB-
A+ A+, A-, O+, O- A+, AB+
A- A-, O- A+, A-, AB+, AB-
B+ B+, B-, O+, O- B+, AB+
B- B-, O- B+, B-, AB+, AB-
O+ O+, O- O+, A+, B+, AB+
O- O- only (Universal Donor) All blood types

Genetic Markers Analyzed

The specific DNA variations (SNPs) we examine to predict your blood type.

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Alleles: G/T

ABO blood type � A allele detection

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Alleles: A/A

ABO blood type � O allele detection

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Alleles: C/C

ABO blood type � B allele detection

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Alleles: C/T

Rh factor determination

The ABO System

The ABO blood group system classifies blood into four main types: A, B, AB, and O. These types are determined by the presence or absence of specific antigens on red blood cells. Discovered in 1901 by Karl Landsteiner, this system remains foundational to transfusion medicine.

The Rh Factor

The Rh factor (positive or negative) refers to the presence or absence of the RhD protein on red blood cells. Most people are Rh-positive (85%), while Rh-negative is less common globally but varies significantly by population and geographic region.

Health Recommendations

How to make the most of knowing your blood type.

Keep Record

Keep your blood type information readily available in case of medical emergencies.

Medical ID

Consider wearing a medical ID bracelet with your blood type if you have a rare type.

Inform Healthcare

Share your blood type with healthcare providers and include it in your medical records.

Regular Donation

If eligible, consider regular blood donation to help others in need.

AI Assistant

Get personalized explanations about your blood type results.

AI ASSISTANT by DNAGENICS

Enabled until 2027-07-14

This AI analysis is limited to your predicted blood type. No additional data or personal information is included in this analysis.

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Save Lives with Your Blood

Your blood donation can save up to three lives. Consider becoming a regular donor at your local blood bank or Red Cross center.

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