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Investigation of a neonate with blocked D phenomenon: resolving D type using serologic and molecular methods Cover

Investigation of a neonate with blocked D phenomenon: resolving D type using serologic and molecular methods

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/immunohematology-2026-002 | Journal eISSN: 1930-3955 | Journal ISSN: 0894-203X
Language: English
Page range: 1 - 5
Published on: Apr 10, 2026
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 4 issues per year

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