Understanding Blood Types

Understanding Blood Types blood type The universal blood type, O negative, can be transfused to patients of any blood type Because it can be given to anybody, even when a blood type need has not blood type The A and B are part of the ABO blood group We use letters to identify blood types in this group because your blood type depends on the kind of molecules found

blood type O negative blood is known as the universal blood type because it is safe for everyone to receive O negative red cells

blood link Blood group B individuals have the B antigen on the surface of their RBCs, and blood serum containing IgM antibodies against the A antigen  Your red blood cells have special markers on the surface that determine your blood type These markers help your body recognize cells that belong