Which of the following blood groups is considered the universal donor? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following blood groups is considered the universal donor?
A. A positive
B. B negative
C. O negative
D. AB positive
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
O negative blood group lacks A and B antigens on RBCs and Rh antigen. Hence, it can be transfused to any person without causing agglutination, making it the universal donor. AB positive has both antigens and is the universal recipient. Blood grouping is based on ABO and Rh systems. O negative is crucial in emergency transfusions when blood type is unknown.

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