BLOOD TYPE: AB POSITIVE
Mar. 2 2026
Mar. 2 2026
AB+ | THE LUCKY ONES
AB positives are the lucky ones! They are considered the “Universal Recipients” because they can receive blood from anyone who gives it.
AB+ BLOOD TYPE FACTS
The AB positive blood group is in demand because donations are important for patients in need of plasma, which is typically used for burn victims.
HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE MY BLOOD TYPE?
AB+ makes up only 3% of the population.
WHO CAN I GIVE TO?
You can give to only other AB+.
WHO CAN I RECEIVE FROM?
You can receive blood from EVERYONE! You are lucky because if you ever need blood, it will be there.
WHAT'S MY PREFERRED DONATION TYPE?
Your blood type is best utilized when you give platelets and plasma (available only at our centers). Keep reading for details of each donation type.
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.