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 |
Platelet ABO Compatibility: While the same ABO as the patient is the first choice, any ABO type component may be used.Cryoprecipitate ABO CompatibilityWhile 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 |
