ABO blood group associations with obesity in random samples from Advanced Medical and Dental Institute Staff and Students

Background: Obesity or a new term globesity is a complex chronic disease involving environmental, genetics, physiologic, metabolic, behavioural, and psychological components. Aim: This study was undertaken to find prevalence of the ABO blood types among the obese individuals. Materials and Methods: Longitudinal and clinical studies were performed in a random sample of the Advanced Medical and Dental Institute (AMDI) staff and students. Intravenous blood sample were collected. ABO blood grouping was carried out by standard serological methods. Various parameters related to obesity, e. g. Body Mass Index (BMI), level of Leptin Hormone, their nutrition system (eating habits?) and co-morbid risk factors were assessed and correlated with blood group profile among these individuals. Results: In a total 151 participants included in this study, there were 40.4% males and 59.6% females of different age groups and races. Of these, 22.1% subjects were under-weight whereas similar numbers (21.5%) were classified as having overweight. The 26.8% individuals were classified as obese and 15.4% being with 15.4% severe obesity. High incidence of obesity (mild and moderate) was found in type “B” compared to other ABO types. Relative high Leptin level was noticed also in type B. Conclusions: This study provides a ground for future research to confirm or refute the hypothesis of ABO type association, assessment of obesity on scientific basis and providing medical evidence base with actions to improve health and contributes to tackle activities that trying to find solutions for the excess weight gain from a new different side.