Why is blood group AB positive referred to as the 'Universal Recipient' specifically?
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Correct answer: It lacks all three ABO and Rh antibodies
An AB+ individual has A, B, and Rh antigens on their RBCs. Consequently, their plasma contains no antibodies against these antigens, allowing them to receive any blood type — A, B, O, Rh+ or Rh− — without an immune reaction.
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