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This man has a rare blood type - and it's helping Australia's genetically diverse population

Sydney rare donor Joseph Ratana who is JKA negative (Supplied).jpg

Credit: Catriona Stirrat

There has been an increase in lesser known blood types in Australia, according to a new study published in Pathology. The findings reflect the genetic diversity of migrants coming to Australia.



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