Kidd Blood-Group System

A group of antigens consisting principally of Jk(a) and Jk(b), determined by allelic genes. Amorphs are encountered. Antibodies of these substances are usually weak and quite labile, stimulated by erythrocytes.

Also Known As:

Blood-Group System, Kidd; Kidd Blood Group System; System, Kidd Blood-Group

Networked: 2 relevant articles (0 outcomes, 0 trials/studies)

Bio-Agent Context: Research Results

Biological Factors: 2472
- Antigens: 143924
  - Surface Antigens: 5813
    - Blood Group Antigens: 5213
      - Kidd Blood-Group System: 2
  - Isoantigens: 1221
    - Blood Group Antigens: 5213
      - Kidd Blood-Group System: 2

Experts

1.	Capriolli, Tiago Verri: 1 article (10/2017)
2.	Sell, Ana Maria: 1 article (10/2017)
3.	Visentainer, Jeane Eliete Laguila: 1 article (10/2017)
4.	Rourk, A: 1 article (01/2012)
5.	Squires, J E: 1 article (01/2012)

Related Diseases

1.	Transfusion Reaction 01/01/2012 - "The association of the Kidd blood group system with hemolytic transfusion reactions and hemolytic disease of the newborn is well known. "
2.	Chronic Renal Insufficiency 10/01/2017 - "Lack of association between Kidd blood group system and chronic kidney disease."