Typed of blood:1) Type O
– can be given to anyone
– helps keep the blood system running smoothly because it is a universal donor.
Note: You should always choose Type O for any donation, even if you type A or B, since your body might turn into Type O once inside of another person’s bloodstream. If this happens, then you will have helped save a life.2) Type A
– can be given to Type A and AB recipients
– found in about 45 percent of the population
Note: Type A blood is often called the “universal donor” because it is usually compatible with most blood types.
3) Type B
– can be given to Type B and AB recipients
– found in about ten percent of the population.
Note: Blood type B is less common than other types, so blood donors with this type must make themselves available for others who may need their help.
4) Type AB
– can be given to Type AB recipients only
– found in about five percent of the population.
Note: This blood type is the rarest, so donors with this type must make themselves available for others who may need their help.
5) O-negative
– can be given to anyone, regardless of blood type
– found in about seven percent of the population.
Note: O-negative is the “universal donor” because it is compatible with any other blood type.
6) A-negative
– can be given to Type A and AB recipients only
– found in about 38 percent of the population.
Note: This blood type is the second most common, so blood donors with this type must make themselves available for others who may need their help.