After years of study, researchers in the UK have cracked a medical mystery surrounding the AnWj blood group antigen, discovering the 'Mal' protein that carries it.
Nicole Thornton from NHSBT noted the challenges of uncovering the AnWj antigen's role, stating, 'Often if the labs cannot resolve it we have to do a lot more work.'
The discovery of the 'Mal' protein, responsible for the AnWj antigen, can significantly aid in identifying patients at risk of transfusion reactions.
Despite its rare nature, knowing the 'Mal' protein could help save hundreds of lives each year by facilitating safer blood transfusions.
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