Gut Bacteria Found to Produce ABO-Universal Blood Enzymes
A recent study published in Nature Microbiology reveals that Akkermansia muciniphila possesses exoglycosidases capable of converting blood group antigens to produce ABO-universal blood, offering a promising solution to streamline blood logistics and reduce the risk of ABO-mismatched transfusions. This research highlights the potential of gut bacteria like Akkermansia muciniphila as valuable sources of enzymes for universal blood production, emphasizing the importance of leveraging microbial enzymatic pathways to enhance transfusion safety.
The Importance of O Blood Type
Here is an inside look into the O blood type and everything fans can expect It is a well-known fact in today’s society that a person’s blood type is important in emergencies for blood transfusions, however, new information has come…
Study Finds Type A Blood Linked to Higher Risk of Early Onset Stroke
Research has shown that individuals with type A blood are more likely to experience a stroke before the age of 60 compared to those with other blood types. This finding comes from a study published in 2022, in which genomics…