Blood group AB is considered as universal recipient because they can receive blood from groups

Blood group AB is considered as universal recipient because they can receive blood from groups

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Blood group AB is considered as universal recipient because they can receive blood from groups

A. A and O
B. B and O
C. AB and O
D. A, B, AB and O

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

People with type AB blood are considered universal recipients because they can receive blood from all blood groups A, B, or O without the risk of adverse effects. This is because people with type AB blood have both A and B antigens on their red blood cells, but no antibodies in their plasma.

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