AP BIOLOGY

THE HUMAN IMMUNE SYSTEM

BLOOD GROUPS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which blood type is able to donate plasma to all other blood types?
A
AB
B
A
C
B
D
O
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Group AB can donate to other AB’s but can receive from all others. Group B can donate red blood cells to B’s and AB’s. AB’s. Group O can donate red blood cells to anybody.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Red Cross urges people with type AB blood to consider a plasma donation. AB is the only universal plasma and can be given to patients of any blood type.

Detailed explanation-3: -Only 4% of the United States population has AB Positive blood. AB+ donors are universal plasma and platelet donors, meaning anyone can receive their plasma and platelets.

Detailed explanation-4: -Universal plasma donors Plasma from AB+ donors can be given to patients with any blood type, making it extremely important for those in need.

Detailed explanation-5: -AB positive blood type is known as the “universal recipient” because AB positive patients can receive red blood cells from all blood types.

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