Knowing your blood type can be crucial in many situations, from medical emergencies to pregnancy. This Blood Type Calculator helps you estimate the blood type of a child based on the parents’ blood types.
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How the Blood Type Calculator Works
- Select the blood types of both parents.
- Click “Calculate” to view the possible blood type(s) of the child.
- The calculator will display the child’s potential blood types, based on genetics.
Example of Blood Type Inheritance
Parent Blood Type | Possible Child Blood Type |
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A + B | A, B, AB, O |
A + A | A, O |
O + O | O |
Understanding Blood Types
Blood types are classified into four groups: A, B, AB, and O. These groups are determined by the presence or absence of antigens (A or B) on the surface of red blood cells. Additionally, each blood type can be positive (+) or negative (-) based on the presence of the Rh factor.
What Affects Blood Type?
Blood type inheritance follows simple genetic rules:
ABO System
Blood type is determined by the ABO gene. Each person inherits one allele from each parent.
Rh Factor
This is controlled by the Rh gene. A person is Rh positive if they inherit one positive Rh factor, otherwise, they are Rh negative.
Why Blood Type Matters
1. Transfusions
Certain blood types can only receive blood from compatible donors.
2. Pregnancy
Blood type compatibility between mother and child can impact health during pregnancy.
3. Health Risks
Some studies suggest that blood type may affect the risk of certain diseases
Also, try our Cholesterol Calculator, understand your cholesterol levels, and take charge of your heart health.
Possible Blood Types and Rh Factor Inheritance Based on Parents’ Blood Types
Parent 1 Blood Type | Parent 2 Blood Type | Possible Blood Types of Children | Rh Factor Possibilities |
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A | A | A (75%), O (25%) | + (varies based on Rh factors of parents) |
A | B | A (25%), B (25%), AB (25%), O (25%) | + (50%), – (50%) |
A | AB | A (50%), B (50%) | + (50%), – (50%) |
A | O | A (50%), O (50%) | + (75%), – (25%) |
B | B | B (75%), O (25%) | + (varies based on Rh factors of parents) |
B | AB | B (50%), A (50%) | + (50%), – (50%) |
B | O | B (50%), O (50%) | + (75%), – (25%) |
AB | AB | A (25%), B (25%), AB (50%) | + (50%), – (50%) |
AB | A | A (50%), AB (50%) | + (50%), – (50%) |
AB | B | B (50%), AB (50%) | + (50%), – (50%) |
AB | O | A (50%), B (50%) | + (50%), – (50%) |
O | O | O (100%) | + (75%), – (25%) |
O | A | A (50%), O (50%) | + (75%), – (25%) |
O | B | B (50%), O (50%) | + (75%), – (25%) |
O | AB | A (25%), B (25%), O (50%) | + (50%), – (50%) |
Also, try our Reticulocyte Calculator, and find your reticulocyte count for insights into your overall blood health.
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