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universal donor  

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  • A common term given to individuals with blood type O-negative and plasma type AB, these individuals can donate red blood cells or plasma, respectively, to any individual without the risk of a transfusion reaction. However, this term tends to be an exaggeration, as adverse reactions can still occur. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Universal Donor]

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https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/universal_donor

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