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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nina Massey

Transplant hope for minorities as researchers alter donor kidney blood type

Researchers have successfully altered the blood type of three donor kidneys in a game-changing discovery that could have a massive impact on patients waiting for a transplant.

The development could increase the supply of kidneys available for transplant, particularly within ethnic minority groups who are less likely to find a match, scientists say.

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