AB+ is the universal recipient

Donors are encouraged to give platelets and plasma, although whole blood donations are always welcome

FROM ONE TO ANOTHER

AB+ can only give red blood cells to other AB+ blood types.

THE UNIVERSAL RECEIVER

Those with AB+ can receive red blood cells from all blood types. Type AB donors can donate plasma and platelets to all blood types.

THE POWER OF POSITIVITY

AB+ is only found in 3% of the population, so donations are incredibly important for patients in need of plasma.