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How to properly cite the ISBT Blood Group Database in your work

When using data from this database in your research or publications, please cite:

International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT) Blood Group Database. Available at: blooddatabase.isbtweb.org. Accessed [Date].

For specific data releases or versions, please include the release number and date in your citation to ensure reproducibility of your research.

Example Citations

General Database Citation

International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT) Blood Group Database. Available at: https://blooddatabase.isbtweb.org. Accessed September 26, 2025.

Specific Release Citation

International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT) Blood Group Database, Release v3.2.1, September 2025. Available at: https://blooddatabase.isbtweb.org. Accessed September 26, 2025.

API Usage Citation

International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT) Blood Group Database API. Available at: https://api.blooddatabase.isbtweb.org. Accessed September 26, 2025.

Citation Guidelines

  • Include the access date: This helps track which version of the data was used
  • Specify release version when applicable: For reproducibility, include the specific release number if available
  • Use the complete URL: Include the full website address for transparency
  • Credit the ISBT: Always acknowledge the International Society of Blood Transfusion as the source

Academic Use

For academic publications, dissertations, and research papers, proper citation ensures that the ISBT database receives appropriate recognition and helps other researchers locate and verify your data sources.

If you have questions about citing specific data elements or need assistance with proper attribution, please contact our support team.