Blood, Electrolytes, and Intravenous Infusions
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1-11. OTHER BLOOD GROUPS
Other factors (or groups) have varying effects on the blood, but none have the impact of the A-B-O or the Rh factors. These factors have names such as "Cartwright," "MN," "Lewis," "He," "Kell," and "Wright." Some factors may cause hemolytic disease in newborns. Some of these factors may present problems in organ transplants. The incidence of problems is normal use for blood transfusions is rare, but hemolytic reactions should be monitored during all blood transfusions. These other factors are sometimes used to establish or reject the possibility of familial relationships, such as in cases of disputed fatherhood.
