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Genetic characterization of the population of Grande Comore Island (Njazidja) according to major blood groups.
Human biology - 1 Aug 2004
Chiaroni Jacques, Touinssi Mhammed, Frassati Coralie, Degioanni Anna, Gibert Morgane, Reviron Denis, Mercier Pierre, Boëtsch Gilles
Abstract excerpt
The Comorian population is historically considered a blend of influences from African Bantus, Arabs, and possibly Austronesians. In this study we present the first genetic data on the current Comorian population. Serologic analysis of the six major blood group systems (ABO, RH, KEL, FY, JK, and MNS) was performed on 164 individuals from Grande Comore Island (Njazidja). In addition, Duffy genotypes were determined...
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