MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -AB positive blood type is known as the “universal recipient” because AB positive patients can receive red blood cells from all blood types.

Detailed explanation-2: -People with type AB+ blood are universal recipients because they have no antibodies to A, B or Rh in their blood and can receive red blood cells from a donor of any blood type.

Detailed explanation-3: -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.

Detailed explanation-4: -People with AB+ (positive) are universal plasma donors. Only 3% of the population has type AB+ blood. Plasma from AB+ donors can be given to patients with any blood type, making it extremely important for those in need. AB+ donors are encouraged to donate Plasma or Platelets.

Detailed explanation-5: -AB+ is the universal acceptor as the blood group contains A, B and Rh antigens; contains no antibodies in its serum.