Abstract

Aims and Objectives:- To study ABO blood group and Rh system distribution among type 2 Diabetics compared to controls Method: A cross sectional study was conducted on 100 cases of type2 diabetes mellitus in the age group of 35-70years attending HIMS for follow up after taking prior written informed consent. study subjects blood samples was subjected for blood grouping and Rh typing (Haemagglutination technique). Data were expressed in terms of absolute number of frequency and percentage, Chi square test applied to determine whether any significant association between blood groups and diabetes. A p value less than 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results: The study shows higher percentage of blood group B in the diabetic group(39%) as compared to controls(20%) p value is 0.005. There is also a positive association between Rh positive blood group and Diabetes. Conclusion: Blood B was associated with increased risk of Type2 diabetes.

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