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: ...

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 ...

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 ...