AB+

AB positive

ABO group AB · Rh positive
Written by the VitaWhat editorial team · Medically reviewed by Steve Davis · Last reviewed 19 July 2026 · Editorial policy

The "universal recipient" — carries A, B and Rh antigens.

2%
UK population
5%
World population
AB+ only
Can donate red cells to
All blood types
Can receive from

Key facts

  • Universal recipient for red cells — can receive from any donor
  • Universal donor for plasma
  • One of the least common types

Sources & references

  1. NHS Blood and Transplant — Blood types
  2. American Red Cross — Blood types

Related entries

AB negativeA negativeA positiveB negativeB positiveO negative
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