Blood Component ABO Compatibility Chart
| Patient's ABO Group | Compatible Red Blood Cells (RBCs) | Compatible Plasma |
|---|---|---|
| Group O | Group O | Group O, A, B, AB |
| Group A | Group A and O | Group A and AB |
| Group B | Group B and O | Group B, AB |
| Group AB | Group O, A, B, AB | Group AB |
While the same ABO as the patient is the first choice, any ABO type component may be used. Cryoprecipitate ABO Compatibility While the same ABO as the patient is the first choice; any ABO type component may be used. | ||
Rh Compatibility - ONLY APPLIES TO RED BLOOD CELLS AND PLATELETS
| Rh + patients | Can receive either Rh+ or Rh - components |
| Rh - patients | Will preferably receive Rh - components Note: Rh + may be given as warranted per blood bank inventory |
