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Characterization of novel RHD alleles: relationship between phenotype, genotype, and trimeric architecture.
Transfusion - 1 Sept 2012
Silvy Monique, Chapel-Fernandes Sylvie, Callebaut Isabelle, Beley Sophie, Durousseau Cécile, Simon Sophie, Lauroua Pierre, Dubosc-Marchenay Nadine, Babault Catherine, Mouchet Chantal, Ferrera Virginie, Chiaroni Jacques, Bailly Pascal
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: RH1 is one of the most clinically important blood group antigens in the field of transfusion and prevention of fetomaternal incompatibilities. New variant RHD alleles are regularly identified and their characterization is essential to ensuring patient safety. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS: Blood samples with uncertain RhD phenotypes not resolved by our first-line SNaPshot assay were sequenced for all 10...
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