Learn about the ABO and Rh blood group systems, blood transfusion compatibility, plasma donation, and blood type inheritance. The universal donor is type O, while the universal plasma donor is type AB. Additional Information Blood group AB is known as the universal recipient because individuals with this blood type can receive red blood cells from any blood group. Blood compatibility is crucial for safe blood transfusions and organ transplants, and matching the donor's and recipient's blood types can prevent serious complications. Learn what it means to be a universal blood donor or recipient, and how blood typing works. Find out why blood types need to match, and what happens if they don't.
