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If a person has ab+ blood does that mean they can take blood from anyone or give blood to anyone?

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Dr. Marshall Solomon answered

Specializes in Podiatry

No: Ab+ is not universal. It is best to have knowledge of your blood type and find out what is compatible.....

Answered 9/2/2013

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