Blood Grouping A, B, O, and Rh Type
Test
Blood Grouping A, B, O, and Rh Type
The blood group ABO and Rh factor tests are undertaken to ascertain the category of blood group and the type of Rh factor in the patient’s body. Blood testing is done when:
- blood or blood components transfusion is required
- an organ donation is to be carried out, or an organ is expected to be received
- tissue or bone marrow transplantation is to be done
- to assess the risk of Rh incompatibility with the fetus in a pregnant woman
For the blood sample collection, the site from where the blood is to be extracted is rubbed with disinfected. An elastic band is tied in the upper arm. The needle is inserted, the blood is collected into the container.
Test Table
| Test Parameter | Sample | Methodology | Temp. | Schedule | Reporting | Price (INR) | Clinical Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood Grouping (A B O) and Rh Type | WB-EDTA (3 ml) | Gel Tube Method/slide Agglutination | A | Daily | 4 Hours | 80 | Useful in blood transfusions. |