Blood Group ABO and Rh Factor
The Blood Group test identifies your ABO type and Rh factor to determine your exact blood type.About Test
The Blood Group ABO and Rh Factor Test determines your blood type based on the presence of specific antigens on red blood cells.
Blood is classified into four main groups — A, B, AB, and O — and further categorized as positive (+) or negative (–) based on the Rh factor.
This results in eight possible blood types: A+, A–, B+, B–, AB+, AB–, O+, and O–.
Knowing your blood group is essential for safe blood transfusions, organ donation, and pregnancy care.
Why This Test
This test is important for medical safety and emergency situations.
Blood Transfusion Safety
Ensures compatibility between donor and recipient blood.
Pregnancy Care
Helps detect Rh incompatibility between mother and baby.
Organ Donation
Required for matching donors and recipients.
Medical Records
Essential information for surgeries and emergency treatment.
Who Should Take
This test is recommended for everyone at least once.
You may need this test if you:
- Are planning to donate blood
- Require surgery or medical procedures
- Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
- Want to know your blood type for future reference
Preparation
No special preparation is required.
Fasting Requirement
Fasting is not required.
Test Procedure
A small blood sample is collected and analysed to determine your blood group.
Parameters
- ABO blood group
- Rh factor