Kell blood group system

Synonyms: BLOOD GROUP--KELL-CELLANO SYSTEM; K(0); Ko

Summary

Multiple erythrocytic antigens that comprise at least three pairs of alternates and amorphs, determined by one complex gene or possibly several genes at closely linked loci. The system is important in transfusion reactions. Its expression involves the X-chromosome. [from MeSH]

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KEL
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Also known as: CD238, ECE3, Kell, KEL
Summary: Kell metallo-endopeptidase (Kell blood group)

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