Your blood group (ABO) and Rhesus factor are fundamental to safe blood transfusion, pregnancy management, and premarital planning. A simple blood draw at Mascot Healthcare, Akoka gives you this for life — same day.
These are the symptoms and situations that indicate this test is the right next step.
Every couple should know their blood groups and genotypes before marriage — including blood group compatibility and Rhesus factor for pregnancy planning.
Premarital essentialRhesus-negative mothers carrying a Rhesus-positive baby risk Rhesus disease (haemolytic disease of the newborn) in future pregnancies — preventable with anti-D injection when the blood group is known.
Antenatal essentialSurgical teams require blood group information for safe blood transfusion preparation. Know yours before any elective procedure.
Pre-surgicalBlood group is essential for safe blood transfusion in patients with sickle cell disease, severe anaemia, or haematological conditions.
Transfusion safetyMany adults in Lagos have never had their blood group tested. A baseline health assessment is incomplete without it.
General screeningIf a family member has sickle cell disease or blood incompatibility issues, knowing your own blood group and genotype is essential.
Family historyUnderstanding what each component of the test measures helps you understand your results.
Determines whether you are type A, B, AB, or O — the four main blood groups, determined by antigens on the red cell surface. Incompatible transfusion causes a life-threatening haemolytic reaction.
Determines whether you are Rhesus positive (+) or negative (−). Rhesus-negative women who carry a Rhesus-positive baby can develop antibodies that attack future pregnancies.
We provide a blood group card with your result — keep it with you at all times for emergency medical use.
Eat and drink normally.
No special timing required.
Tell our team if you have had a recent blood transfusion — this can temporarily affect results.
By appointment only. 52 Sholanke Street, Akoka, Mon–Sat 9AM–5PM.
We provide ABO and Rhesus typing with a permanent blood group card — results same day.
For pregnant Rhesus-negative women, we advise on anti-D immunoglobulin prophylaxis at appropriate gestational timepoints, and arrange the injection where needed.
Same-day ABO and Rhesus typing with a blood group card at Mascot Healthcare, Akoka.