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About this database

Official digital repository for ISBT blood group nomenclature

This database serves as the official digital repository for ISBT blood group nomenclature, ensuring that all blood group systems, antigens, and alleles are committed to secure, accessible digital records. The platform provides both a user-friendly web interface and comprehensive API access for programmatic integration.

The API is available at here and enables researchers, laboratories, and healthcare systems to integrate ISBT blood group data directly into their applications and workflows, promoting standardization across the transfusion medicine community. A tutorial for using the API can be found here here.

Key Features

  • Comprehensive blood group systems, antigens, and alleles database
  • RESTful API for programmatic access and integration
  • Regular updates following ISBT Working Party decisions
  • Version control and release management for data integrity
  • User-friendly web interface for browsing and searching
  • Export capabilities for research and clinical applications

Technical Specifications

The database is built using modern web technologies and follows international standards for healthcare data management. All data is validated according to ISBT nomenclature rules and maintained with version control.

Regular backups and redundancy measures ensure data availability and security, making this a reliable resource for critical healthcare applications.

Disclaimer

The International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT) accepts no legal liability for the accuracy, completeness, or fitness for purpose of the information contained in this database. While every effort is made to ensure the data is accurate and up-to-date, users should verify information independently before making clinical or research decisions.

This database is provided for informational and educational purposes only. Healthcare professionals should always follow their institutional protocols and consult current literature when making clinical decisions related to blood group testing and transfusion medicine.