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A 68-year-old woman from Guadeloupe is the only known person with a newly discovered, extremely rare blood type called Gwada negative, which is only compatible with herself. Scientists are investigating whether others share this blood type, which was identified through genome sequencing after initial tests in 2011 failed to determine her blood type.
French scientists discovered a new blood type called 'Gwada negative' in a woman from Guadeloupe, marking the 48th blood group system recognized worldwide. The woman is unique as she is the only known carrier, with her blood type inherited from her parents. The discovery, made possible by advanced DNA sequencing, could improve care for patients with rare blood types.
French scientists have identified a new blood type called 'Gwada negative' in a woman from Guadeloupe, making it the 48th recognized blood group system worldwide, which could improve care for patients with rare blood types.