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Greeks distinguished between arteries and veins.
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Anton van Leeuwenheok viewed blood cells under a microscope.
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First blood transfusion was performed.
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Discovered A,B,O blood types.
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Alfred Decastello discovers blood type AB.
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Percy Oliver established the first blood donor service.
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Mayo Clinic developed a method to store blood for transfusion
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Dr. Bernard established the first blood bank.
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Landsteiner discovers the Rh protein
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First case of AIDS in the Congo.
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Robert Gallo identifies virus causing AIDS.
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Development of ELISA test to screen for diseases such as HIV.
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Scientists began developing blood screening tests for infectious diseases.
