Kathmandu Metropolitan City to Conduct Blood Group Testing for Students

Kathmandu. The Kathmandu Metropolitan City is set to conduct blood group testing for students studying within the metropolitan area.

Medical Officer Dr. Diwas Neupane stated that blood tests will be conducted for approximately 15,000 students in grades 6 through 10 to determine their blood types. He explained that identifying the students' blood groups will facilitate the process of finding blood during emergencies. He said, “Once the blood groups of these students are identified, it can be useful during times of disaster.”