Scientists find five new versions of blood antigens. Several linked to severe hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn. October 5, 2022October 5, 2022Dr. Barry Dworkin Medical Mythbusting Commentary for October 5, 2022 [display_podcast] Source:Scientists find new set of blood types Reference:Missense mutations in PIEZO1, encoding the Piezo1 mechanosensor protein, define the Er red blood cell antigens Related posts: Gut bacteria enzyme may be able to convert Type A and B blood into Type O negative (universal type) but a long road of further study awaits Way too early to conclude that blood type plays a role in COVID-19 outcomes for people with severe respiratory failure Excellent clinical science produces possible long-term remission for rapidly progessing MS Transfusing “young blood” into your body will not magically make your organs younger and/or more functional. blood antigensblood typehemolytic disease