Bombay Blood Group, Name, Discovery - Vajiram & Ravi
Bombay Blood Group is a rare blood group first discovered in Mumbai in 1952 by Y.M. Bhende.
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Bombay blood group (HH/Bombay phenotype) remains a rare blood type, discovered in Mumbai, and is notable for lacking the H antigen, which makes transfusions more complex because donors with the same rare type are required. This characteristic continues to drive ongoing awareness and donor mobilization efforts in India and other regions.[2][6]
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Recent discussions and media pieces emphasize the scarcity of Bombay blood group donors and the challenges this poses for emergency transfusions and organ transplants, highlighting the need for dedicated donor networks and reliable cross-matching protocols.[6][2]
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Several video reports and regional outlets continue to describe the rarity (about 0.0004% of the population globally) and the importance of locating Bombay-type donors, especially in times of medical need.[3][8]
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There are community-driven initiatives and organizations that map Bombay blood group donors and support blood banks with HH-type supplies, underscoring ongoing philanthropic and logistical efforts to improve availability.[6]
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