Coronavirus and blood type - statistics in Russia

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Scientists, having studied the statistics of the incidence of COVID-19, came to the conclusion that the coronavirus and the blood type are related. Let us find out how this relationship is expressed. With which blood group the risk of human infection increases, and with which the risks decrease.

What is a "blood group"

The blood of different people can differ in the protein molecules (antigens) that are found in the serum and on the surface of red blood cells (red blood cells). It is antigens that are responsible for the state of the immune system. The blood group depends on the presence of antigens A and B. There are 4 groups:

• I (first, or 0).
• II (second, or A).
• III (third, or B).
• IV (fourth, or AB).

The literal values are the international designation system AB0.

Impact of blood type on COVID-19 infection

Chinese biologists, studying a new infection, have determined that diabetics and the elderly are at greatest risk of contracting this disease. In addition, scientists decided to find out how antigen systems affect coronavirus disease.

which blood group are less likely to get infected with

The Russian news agency RIA Novosti reported on 2020-17-10 that people with blood group I have the lowest risk of infection. Scientists came to this conclusion as a result of two studies, information about which can be found in the journal Blood Advances, as well as on the Medical Xpress portal.

To find out the statistics of the relationship between coronavirus and blood type, studies were conducted on more than 473 thousand people who passed the COVID-19 test. Patients with group I had the least positive results. Scientists believe that this is due to their lack of antigens that allow the pathological virus to enter the body.

People with which blood group are most susceptible to the disease

The results of another study, according to the same Blood Advances, showed that positive tests were found in greater numbers in people with groups II and IV. Chinese researchers have established that people with group II are most susceptible to severe pathology.

The head of the Federal Biomedical Agency Veronika Skvortsova said that this can be explained by the fact that she statistically (according to her) turned out to be the most common among the population.

Is there a connection between the Rh factor and COVID-19

There is not enough information about the relationship of the Rh factor with the pathology under consideration to use it to predict infection and the course of the disease. Data of the Rh factor, blood groups are used by physicians only in cases of blood transfusion to determine the compatibility of the donor and the patient.

As of October 23, 2020, 2,114,502 cases of coronavirus have been identified in Russia. 1,611,445 people recovered, 36,540 died. 466,517 are ill in the active phase, including 2,300 in critical condition. The mortality rate is 1, 73%.

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Prevention of coronavirus

Basic rules of prevention:

1. Wash your hands more often. It is better to use liquid soap. In the absence of such an opportunity - wipe with a disinfectant napkin, apply antiseptics.
2. Do not visit crowded places. If you are in public places, you must maintain a social distance of 1.5 m.
3. Do not touch your face with dirty hands. When coughing, use a disposable tissue and discard it immediately after use.
4. When meeting with acquaintances, do not hug. Greet with a nod of your head, wave your hand.
5. When going outside, take disposable napkins with you.
6. Wear a medical mask, which should be changed after two hours.
7. Ventilate the apartment more often, do wet cleaning.
8. Strengthen the immune system.
9. Take long walks in the fresh air.
10. To refuse from bad habits.
11. Eat more fruits, vegetables, rich in vitamins.

Outcomes

To find out what is the connection between coronavirus infection and blood type, scientists are conducting numerous studies. It has been established that persons with blood group II are most at risk of injury. In order to prevent illness from a dangerous ailment, preventive measures must be followed.