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AB positive

Medically reviewed on September 9, 2024.

4% of the population

AB positive is a very rare and important blood type. Since the red blood cells contain both A and B antigens, the plasma (liquid portion of the blood) can be given to all patients because these donors do not make anti-A or anti-B antibodies. These donors are encouraged to give platelets or plasma by apheresis, if possible, or whole blood.