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Blood group and antibody screen

Genetic tests · also printed as Blood group, ABO group, Rhesus group, Rh group, Group and save

Typical UK adult rangeExpected result: Not detected

The group is printed as text (e.g. O RhD positive); the antibody screen is expected to be negative.

What this test measures

The blood group records the ABO type and RhD status, and the antibody screen looks for antibodies against other people's red cells. Both matter for transfusion and pregnancy.

Why doctors request it

Tested in pregnancy, before operations and before any transfusion.

What commonly pushes it up

What commonly pushes it down

Everyday reasons for a value outside the range

About the sample

No fasting needed.

Written by a UK consultant physician. Typical UK adult reference ranges; your laboratory's own printed range takes precedence.

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This is an educational summary of results you uploaded. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis or a treatment plan, and it does not replace the doctor who requested the test. If you are worried, or a result is marked outside range, discuss it with your doctor. Written and reviewed by a UK consultant physician. Reference ranges vary between laboratories.