Q.

Person with blood group AB is considered as universal recipient because he has            [2014]

1 both A and B antigens on RBC but no antibodies in the plasma  
2 both A and B antibodies in the plasma  
3 no antigen on RBC and no antibody in the plasma  
4 both A and B antigens in the plasma but no antibodies  

Ans.

(1)

Individuals with AB blood group have both antigen A and B on their RBCs, and no antibodies for either of the antigen in their plasma. Type O individuals are without A and B antigens on their RBCs, but have antibodies for both these antigens in their plasma. Individuals with blood group AB can receive blood of A, B or O group, while those with blood group O can donate blood to anyone.