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I am confused about my blood type
I used to be AB+ but today a blood test showed my blood has become AB not positive or negative and I can't find it online
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The two major classifications of blood are the ABO system and the Rh system. The four blood groups are A, B, AB and O. Each of these will be either Rh-positive or Rh-negative. The ABO blood group The four different blood groups in the ABO system are A, B, AB and O. A person’s blood group is determined by a pair of genes, one gene inherited from each parent. Each blood group is identified by its own set of molecules (called antigens), which are located on the surface of red blood cells. When a person needs a blood transfusion, the donated blood must match the recipient’s blood or complications will occur. The Rh type blood factor A person’s blood type used to be called their ‘Rhesus type’ but now we say ‘Rh type’. Our Rh type is determined by a different pair of genes (again, one inherited from each parent). Blood is either Rh-positive or Rh-negative, depending on whether or not certain molecules are present. A person who is Rh-negative will experience a severe immune-system reaction if Rh-positive blood gets into their bloodstream.  So please verify the report once again
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If u still didnt find positive or negative can go for another test where u get better and proper results
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