Only 1% of the population has AB- blood, making it the rarest blood type. Donors who are AB- are the universal plasma donor because this component can be transfused into any patient, regardless of the recipient’s blood type.
Your platelets and plasma are the most powerful parts of your AB- blood. Platelets can be donated as often as every seven days, recommended every 14 days, and up to 24 times a year. Platelets are in high demand by hospitals and help cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
To maximize your true lifesaving power, AB- blood donors are strongly encouraged to donate platelets.
1% of the population shares your blood type.
You can receive blood transfusions from people with type AB-, A-, B-, or O- blood.
People with blood types AB+ or AB- can receive your red blood cells.
People with ANY blood type can receive your platelets.
People with ANY blood type can receive your plasma.
To maximize your true lifesaving power, AB- blood donors are strongly encouraged to donate platelets.
1% of the population shares your blood type.
You can receive blood transfusions from people with type AB-, A-, B-, or O- blood.
People with blood types AB+ or AB- can receive your red blood cells.
People with ANY blood type can receive your platelets.
People with ANY blood type can receive your plasma.
Unlock the power of your blood type and save more lives.
There’s more than one way to give blood. Let your blood type lead the way in targeting the best way for you to donate your powerful lifesaving gift.
