In blood transfusion, a patient with group AB receives

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Biology - 2024 Subject: Biology

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In blood transfusion, a patient with group AB receives
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In blood transfusion, a patient with blood type **AB** is known as a **universal recipient**. This means they can receive red blood cells from any blood group. This is because:

  • Blood type **AB** individuals have **both A and B antigens** on the surface of their red blood cells.
  • They **do not produce any antibodies** against A or B antigens in their plasma, unlike other blood types.

Therefore, a person with blood type AB can safely receive red blood cells from **donors with A, B, AB, and O blood types**. This is because:

  • **Group A donors**: Provide A antigens, which AB individuals accept.
  • **Group B donors**: Provide B antigens, which AB individuals accept.
  • **Group AB donors**: Provide both A and B antigens, which AB individuals accept.
  • **Group O donors**: Provide no A or B antigens, making it compatible with all types.

Therefore, a patient with blood type AB can receive blood from donors with **group O, A, B, or AB**.

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