Medically reviewed by David Hampton, MD Key Takeaways O- blood is the universal donor type because it can be used for anyone.AB+ blood can receive any type of blood, making it the universal recipient.

Ever heard about RH compatibility? You'll hear the words mentioned more than a few times during pregnancy. But what is it, and why is it so important to learn about it during pregnancy? Put simply: ...

Your blood type affects everything, from a predisposition to certain diseases to your heart health. Knowing your blood type is important information that can come in handy during a medical emergency.

Blood type is usually determined during hospital visits, especially when a transfusion may be needed, such as in surgery or childbirth. [File, Standard] Many of us first learned our blood types during ...

The ABO-Rh system of blood group typing is an immensely successful method that helps medical professionals safely perform blood transfusions throughout the world. Scientists from the French Blood ...