Tutorial Sections
Tutorial Sections
Getting Started with ISBT Tutorials
Welcome to the ISBT Blood Group Database tutorials. These comprehensive guides will help you navigate and effectively use the database to find blood group information, understand genetic data, and access reference materials maintained by the ISBT Working Party.
Tutorial Sections Overview
Our tutorials are organized into specialized sections to help you master different aspects of the database:
- Terminology: Explore standardized ISBT terminology used for blood group alleles and antigens.
- Reference Sequences: Gain a clear understanding of genetic templates and methods for interpreting sequence data related to blood group alleles.
- Releases and versioning: Discover how monthly data updates, version control, and change tracking are managed over time.
- Database Usage: Learn to navigate the interface efficiently, perform effective searches, and submit new allele data.
- API usage: Utilize the Application Programming Interface (API) for advanced bioinformatics analyses and data integration.
- Documents & Guidelines: Access official ISBT documentation, including criteria and guidelines for recognizing new blood group systems and antigens.