World’s First Rare Blood Group (CRIB Antigen) Identified in Karnataka Woman During Transfusion Prep
A 38-year-old woman from Kolar, Karnataka, discovered during pre-operative workup that her blood type (O Rh+) was incompatible with all available donor units. Further testing led to the identification of a previously unknown blood group antigen, named CRIB, confirmed through the International Blood Group Reference Laboratory in the UK. This marks the first-ever global case of this antigen, with significant implications for transfusion safety and donor screening worldwide.
The discovery of the new CRIB blood group in a Karnataka woman is a groundbreaking advancement in transfusion medicine. It highlights the importance of detailed blood screening and could improve global blood donation safety.
That’s remarkable a global first right from Karnataka. It shows how unique our blood types can be and why detailed screening is so important. This could truly shape safer transfusions worldwide.
This discovery may impact global blood screening and transfusion safety. By this discovery, new tests for identification will come into place if confirmed internationally