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High frequency of variant RHD genotypes among donors and patients of mixed origin with serologic weak-D phenotype.
Journal of clinical laboratory analysis - 1 Nov 2018
Dezan Marcia Regina, Oliveira Valéria B, Gomes Çarolina Nunes, Luz Fabio, Gallucci Antônio J, Bonifácio Silvia L, Alencar Cecília Salete, Sabino Ester C, Pereira Alexandre C, Krieger Jose E, Rocha Vanderson, Mendrone-Junior Alfredo, Dinardo Carla L
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BACKGROUND: The current transfusion policy recommended for individuals with serologic weak-D phenotype is based on data derived from European-descent populations. Data referring to the distribution of RH alleles underlying weak-D phenotype among people of mixed origin are yet incomplete, and the applicability of European-based transfusion guidelines to this specific population is questionable. GOAL: To evaluate...
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