Which blood group is called the universal donor?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. O negative
- Step 1: Group O red cells carry neither the A nor the B antigen, so they are not attacked by recipient antibodies. Answer: O negative. Why not the others: AB positive: AB positive is the universal recipient. A negative: Blood group A has the A antigen. B positive: Blood group B has the B antigen.
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