Blood Compatibility Chart – Who Can Donate to Whom?

Blood donation plays a crucial role in saving lives, and understanding blood compatibility is essential for both donors and recipients. Different blood groups have unique characteristics that determine who can donate to whom. At Vijaya Sri Blood Centre, Khammam, we ensure every donation is safe and goes to those in need. Here’s a simple guide to blood compatibility.

Understanding Blood Types and Compatibility

Blood types are classified based on the presence or absence of A, B, and Rh antigens. The four main blood groups are A, B, AB, and O, each of which can be either Rh-positive or Rh-negative.

Who Can Donate to Whom?

Blood Type	Can Donate To	Can Receive From
O-	All blood types (Universal Donor)	O-
O+	O+, A+, B+, AB+	O+, O-
A-	A-, A+, AB-, AB+	A-, O-
A+	A+, AB+	A+, A-, O+, O-
B-	B-, B+, AB-, AB+	B-, O-
B+	B+, AB+	B+, B-, O+, O-
AB-	AB-, AB+	AB-, A-, B-, O-
AB+	AB+ (Universal Receiver)	All blood types

Types of Blood Donations

1. Whole Blood Donation – Used for major surgeries and severe blood loss cases.

2. Plasma Donation – Used for burn victims and clotting disorders.

3. Platelet Donation – Essential for cancer patients and organ transplant recipients.

4. Double Red Cell Donation – Beneficial for trauma victims and anemia patients.

   
   

Common Blood Transfusion Cases

• Emergency surgeries often require O- blood.

• Cancer treatments rely heavily on platelet donations.

• Thalassemia and sickle cell patients require frequent transfusions.

Why Blood Compatibility Matters?

Mismatched blood transfusions can trigger severe immune responses, leading to complications. Understanding blood compatibility ensures that every recipient receives safe and suitable blood.

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Vijaya Sri Blood Centre: Trusted Blood Bank in Khammam

At Vijaya Sri Blood Centre, we are committed to providing safe and high-quality blood to those in need.

• Over 10,000 blood bags supplied, ensuring quality and safety.

• 2,500 blood bags donated for thalassemia patients, making a real difference.

• 24/7 operations, offering emergency support and certified donor programs.