Blood Group Testing: Why Everyone Should Know Theirs

Knowing your blood group is one of the simplest yet most important pieces of health information you can have. In emergencies, it can save your life.

Blood Group Types

ABO System

• Type A: Has A antigens on red cells
• Type B: Has B antigens
• Type AB: Has both A and B (universal receiver)
• Type O: Has neither (universal donor)

Rh Factor

• Rh Positive (+): Has Rh protein (most common)
• Rh Negative (-): Lacks Rh protein

Why Knowing Your Blood Group Matters

• Emergency Transfusions: Wrong blood type can be fatal
• Surgery Preparation: Pre-surgical requirement
• Pregnancy: Rh incompatibility can harm the baby
• Organ Donation: Compatibility matching
• Legal Documentation: Required for many official forms

Blood Group Distribution in India

• O+ is the most common (about 36%)
• B+ is second most common (about 31%)
• AB- and O- are the rarest

When to Get Tested

• Everyone should know their blood group
• Before marriage (Rh compatibility)
• During pregnancy (first trimester)
• Before any planned surgery
• For blood donation registration

Blood group testing is quick and affordable at Aarvak Diagnostics. Book your test today — it's a one-time test that serves you for life.