Blood Group Test

Our Blood Group Test determines your blood type quickly and accurately. This essential test identifies your ABO and RhD blood group, crucial for medical procedures, transfusions and understanding your unique health profile. There are 4 main blood groups defined by the ABO system: Blood Group A – has A antigens on the red blood cells with anti-B antibodies in the plasma Blood Group B – has B antigens with anti-A antibodies in the plasma Blood Group O – has no antigens, but both anti-A and anti-B antibodies in the plasma Blood Group AB – has both A and B antigens, but no antibodies Blood Group O is the most common blood group. Almost half of the Irish population (around 47%) has Blood Group O. Receiving blood from the wrong ABO group can be life-threatening. For example, if someone with Group B blood is given group A blood, their anti-A antibodies will attack the Group A cells. The Rhesus (Rh) System Red blood cells sometimes have another antigen, a protein known as the RhD antigen. If this is present, your blood group is RhD positive. If it's absent, your blood group is RhD negative. This means you can be 1 of 8 blood groups: A RhD positive (A+) A RhD negative (A-) B RhD positive (B+) B RhD negative (B-) O RhD positive (O+) O RhD negative (O-) AB RhD positive (AB+) AB RhD negative (AB-) About 84% of the Irish population is RhD positive (35% of the population has O+, the most common type). Why Get Tested? Essential for emergency medical situations. Vital for blood donation compatibility. Important for pregnancy and childbirth planning. Turnaround Time: Most results are back in 3-4 working days. PLEASE NOTE: You are not required to fast before this test. Also, drink plenty of water before your test, blood draws are easier if you are well hydrated!

You are not required to fast before this test.