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  1. Sep 7, 2019 · Genetics. Compatibility for transfusions. Summary. The rarest blood type is Rhnull. Unlike other blood types, people with Rhnull blood have no Rh antigens on their red blood cells. Researchers...

  2. May 22, 2024 · The rarest blood type is Rh null. Unlike other blood types, people with this type have no Rh antigens on their red blood cells. Here's what you need to know.

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  4. Mar 29, 2024 · B negative patients can only receive blood from other B negative donors or from type O negative donors, who are the universal donors. Both of these types are fairly rare. B positive red blood cells can be given to both B positive and AB positive patients.

  5. Sep 15, 2023 · Rare. Some blood types are found in a limited number of people. In the United States, the blood types each found in less than 5% of the population are: AB-: 0.6% of the population. B-: 1.5% of the population.

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  6. Mar 14, 2023 · A blood type is a classification system that allows healthcare providers to determine whether your blood is compatible or incompatible with someone elses blood. There are four main blood types: A, B, AB and O. Blood bank specialists determine your blood type based on whether you have antigen A or B on your red blood cells.

  7. Nov 15, 2022 · Summary. The rarest blood type in the United States is AB negative (AB-). Having a rare blood type affects who you can donate blood to and the types of blood you can receive during a transfusion. Your parents’ blood types determine your blood type. Blood types are classified by the ABO system and Rh factor.

  8. Nov 10, 2020 · 1. Heart Attack and Heart Disease. It may seem obvious that your blood type is related to your heart, since your heart pumps blood to the rest of your body. But your blood type can actually put you at a higher risk for conditions such as heart attack and heart disease.

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