A person with type AB blood can successfully receive blood from:

A.

All blood types.

B.

Only type O blood.

C.

Only two of the blood types.

D.

Only one of the blood types.

Answer and Rationale

The Correct Answer is A.

A person with type AB blood can successfully receive blood from all blood types. 
This is because type AB blood has both A and B antigens on the surface of red blood cells, and therefore does not have antibodies against either antigen in the plasma.
Type AB blood is also called the universal recipient.
Choice B is wrong because type AB blood can receive more than just type O blood.
Type O blood is the universal donor, meaning it can be given to anyone, regardless of their blood type.
Choice C is wrong because type AB blood can receive more than just two of the blood types. Type AB blood can receive both A and B blood, as well as O and AB blood.
Choice D is wrong because type AB blood can receive more than just one of the blood types. Type AB blood can receive any blood type without problems.
Normal ranges for blood types vary by population, but generally, type O is the most common, followed by type A, type B, and type AB.


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