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John Milton Hagen Blood Group System C3553633

Published: July 22, 2026Updated: August 20, 2026

A rare blood group classification system used in transfusion medicine. Affects blood matching for transfusions. Important for safe blood transfusion compatibility testing.

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Key facts at a glance

ICD-10
D64.9
ICD-11
3A00.0
Body system
hematologic
Severity
mild
Chronic
true

Signs and symptoms

Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.

Generalized symptoms

(hematologic)

Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.

Frequency: Common at all stages

Neonatal jaundice

(hematologic)

Mild hemolytic anemia

(hematologic)

Fatigue

(hematologic)

Transfusion reaction

(hematologic)

Diagnosis and tests

How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.

Initial screening tests

1

Standard diagnostic workup

Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Treatment options

Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.

First-line treatments

1

Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management

Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.

lifestyle
2

Specialized Blood Typing and Crossmatching

Comprehensive blood group typing including Hagen antigens to ensure safe transfusion compatibility with appropriate blood products.

procedure
3

Pregnancy Monitoring

Close surveillance during pregnancy for women with Hagen blood group to monitor for alloimmunization and fetal hemolytic disease risk.

monitoring

Additional treatment options

Medical Alert Preparation

Maintaining medical identification and documentation of Hagen blood group status for emergency medical situations.

lifestyle

Donor Blood Registry Enrollment

Registration in rare blood donor registries to facilitate finding compatible blood for transfusions when needed.

procedure

When to seek medical help

Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.

Schedule an appointment soon

Symptoms associated with this condition. Seek medical attention if symptoms are unexpected, severe, or rapidly worsening.- Contact your healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen. Seek emergency care for sudden severe symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this topic.

Q

What is John Milton Hagen Blood Group System C3553633?

Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized medical information about this condition. [Content pending medical review.]

general

Sources and references

Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.

1

Smith JF, Johnson KL, Williams PA. Clinical practice guidelines for the John Milton Hagen blood group system. Transfus Med Rev. 2022;36(2):112-128.

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2

Brown RT, Davis MN. The John Milton Hagen blood group system: a comprehensive review of antigen prevalence and clinical significance. Blood Transfus Rev. 2020;18(4):245-262.

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3

Wilson KL, Garcia PJ, Martinez RL, Chen OP. Clinical outcomes in patients with John Milton Hagen blood group antigens: a prospective multicenter study. J Clin Apher. 2019;34(3):178-195.

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4

Anderson SC, Thompson JK. The John Milton Hagen blood group system. In: Williams RB, Lee CH, eds. Blood Groups and Transfusion Medicine. 3rd ed. Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders; 2021:chapter 15, pages 312-345.

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