BLOOD TYPE: A POSITIVE
Mar. 2 2026
Mar. 2 2026
A+ | A-LISTERS
A positives are one of the biggest groups! They are considered the “Platelet Protectors” because they are the best type to donate platelets.
A+ BLOOD TYPE FACTS
Because there are so many A positives, we need your plasma and platelets the most! Your plasma and platelets have the power to transform so many lives.
HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE MY BLOOD TYPE?
A+ makes up 31% of the population.
WHO CAN I GIVE TO?
You can give to A+ and AB+.
WHO CAN I RECEIVE FROM?
You can receive from O-, O+, A- and other A+.
WHAT'S MY PREFERRED DONATION TYPE?
Your blood type is best utilized when you give platelets (apheresis donation) and plasma (both are available at our centers).
YOUR UNIQUE DONATION TYPE
CONSIDER GIVING BASED ON YOUR DONATION TYPE.
PLATELETS
Platelet donation is collected only in our centers. This donation is used mainly to treat cancer patients, and the process usually takes 2 hours from start to finish. All donors must have a platelet count of at least 150 depending on blood volume. Females who have been pregnant must receive a complimentary HLA test prior to donating platelets. Ask about scheduling your complimentary HLA test at your next whole blood donation.
You can donate every 7 days.
PLASMA
Donating plasma with us is different than facilities that pay for plasma. Every plasma donation goes directly to burn patients and those with blood disorders in your local hospitals. This donation can only be done at our centers, and the process of donation takes about 1.5 hours. Females who have been pregnant must receive a complimentary HLA test prior to donating plasma. Ask about scheduling your complimentary HLA test at your next whole blood donation.
You can donate every 28 days.