ABO type
[ˈeɪ.biː.oʊ taɪp]
nounpl: ABO types
tipo sanguíneo ABO
1. A classification system for human blood based on the presence or absence of antigens A and B on red blood cells, determining blood group compatibility for transfusions
The nurse checked the patient's ABO type before administering the blood transfusion.
A enfermeira verificou o tipo sanguíneo ABO do paciente antes de administrar a transfusão de sangue.
2. One of four major blood group categories: A, B, AB, or O
Her ABO type is B positive, which means she can receive blood from B and O donors.
Seu tipo sanguíneo ABO é B positivo, o que significa que ela pode receber sangue de doadores B e O.
ABO typing is a universal medical standard used globally in blood banks and healthcare facilities. In Brazil and Portugal, blood donation campaigns frequently reference ABO types to encourage compatible donations. This terminology is consistent across both countries' healthcare systems and is essential knowledge for donors and recipients.
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