MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

BLOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following blood types is the universal recipient?
A
Type O negative
B
Type AB positive
C
Type B positive
D
Type AB negative
E
Type A positive
Explanation: 

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 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-3: -Group O can donate red blood cells to anybody. It’s the universal donor. Group AB can donate to other AB’s but can receive from all others.

Detailed explanation-4: -AB+ is the universal acceptor as the blood group contains A, B and Rh antigens; contains no antibodies in its serum.

Detailed explanation-5: -Blood group AB consists of both A and B antigen and no antibodies . It is known as universal recipient.

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