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What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - MissAsh - 2008-12-06
To be honest, the fact that most people don't know their own blood type scares me a little. Isn't that something you SHOULD know about yourself? I mean if you are donating blood or in need of blood yourself, it IS information that is needed. In some cases, if you are given the wrong type of blood, it can have serious damaging effects on your body, possibly even death.
The most common blood types are O+ and A+. Sometimes this can vary depending on what part of the world you are from, but in general the statistics are similar. The rarest type worldwide is AB-, this is also the type that can be given any other blood type if in need of a transfusion. O- is the universal donor, in that all other types can receive O-, however, an O- person cannot be given any other type.
If you are given the wrong blood type during a transfusion, (by this I mean a type that is not transferable to your own) your own blood will reject it and may start to clott in your veins. If not caught this can cause organ failure and even death. You might be thinking "well this is something the doctors have to worry about, not me," but it still does not hurt to know what your own blood type is, as they may ask you anyways.
It's good to know what type you are, so if you don't know, ask a parent or other relative because they might be able to tell you. Failing that ask your doctor.
Basically, here is the types and what other blood they are capable of receiving:
A+ :: A+, A-, O+, O-
A- :: A-, O-
B+ :: B+, B-, O+, O-
B- :: B-, O-
O+ :: O+, O-
O- :: O-
AB+ :: AB-, A-, B-, O-
AB- :: AB+, AB-, A+, A-, B+, B-, O+, O-
AB- is the unversal receiver, O- is the universal donor.
Personally, I'm O- and I have known since I was little. I guess knowing that a blood transfusion can so easily go wrong, I've always kind of had it in my mind lol I have also donated blood before, so I'm aware of it I guess. But seriously, if you don't know what type you are, please try and find out for your own sake. If you DO know what type you are, maybe you'd like to discuss the matter?
The scary thing about it is (at least form my point of view), a blood transfusion can SO easily go wrong. One mislabeled bag of blood is all ti takes, and if you are one of the types that is not able to receive other blood, then you are really screwed.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Kevo - 2008-12-06
I'm O+.
Donated blood once, horrible experience afterward (semi related to Blood Donation) which has pretty much convinced me to never donate blood again.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Derimed - 2008-12-06
I don't know my blood type. I gave blood once in college, I fainted and it was extremely embarrasing for me, so I never gave blood again.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Ryuzaki - 2008-12-06
I'm B+. I learned the blood type compability in Biology class two years ago. xD
Even if you don't know your blood type. It is mentioned in your birth certificate and other papers too. So, when you come to give or recieve blood, they will ALWAYS check what your blood type is, even if you tell them what it is. After all, if doctors/nurses trust 100% patients, medicine would be desastrous.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Corn - 2008-12-06
Dang it, I know my blood type is A but I'm not quite sure if it's + or -.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - xpimnoob - 2008-12-06
Ryuzaki Wrote:I'm B+. I learned the blood type compability in Biology class two years ago. xD
Even if you don't know your blood type. It is mentioned in your birth certificate and other papers too. So, when you come to give or recieve blood, they will ALWAYS check what your blood type is, even if you tell them what it is. After all, if doctors/nurses trust 100% patients, medicine would be desastrous.
i think what is meant by dangerous situation is in a time where theres complete chaos or if your out in the forest with 5 people for survival reasons.
and like.. what if you went to take a blood test and your parents asked you what you got on the test and you say oh i got a B+ and they are like wHAT?!
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Ryuzaki - 2008-12-06
xpimnoob Wrote:i think what is meant by dangerous situation is in a time where theres complete chaos or if your out in the forest with 5 people for survival reasons.
and like.. what if you went to take a blood test and your parents asked you what you got on the test and you say oh i got a B+ and they are like wHAT?!
First of all, you can't do a blood transfusion in the middle of a forest, except if there's a specialist with you. Then again, you'd need the proper conditions and materials to do so. I mean, you can't just pour blood into a cup and put a straw into the person's arm to transfuse it.
But yeah, I have to agree about the fact it is more than useful for extreme situations. If that's the case, dropping by a clinique is useful. But usually, doctors are supposed to write it in your birth certificate right after your birth or something. I think that normally, your parents or a tutor is supposed to have a copy of the birth certificate. It should be mentioned in passports too.
I didn't get your second example, though.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Hazzy - 2008-12-06
I'm A-... I think. D: Fek.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Myles - 2008-12-06
I actually have no idea what I am ;_;
I want to give blood when I'm older, so imma have to find out at one point..
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Katie - 2008-12-06
I'm O- and the Red Cross is up my ass every 4 months for me to donate my blood which I happily do
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Dragon - 2008-12-06
My parents blood type didn't match.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Kirov - 2008-12-06
I've always wanted to know what blood type i am. Oh well, as long as i'm not O-:f6:
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - pandapple - 2008-12-06
i don't know mine. D;
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - sicnarf - 2008-12-06
I'm a B+.
I actually gave blood for the first time this year. (Previously, when I had the opportunity, I didn't meet the weight requirement. D
Also, my experience donating wasn't that great...but I'd do it again. xD
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - xpimnoob - 2008-12-06
Ryuzaki Wrote:I didn't get your second example, though.
joke for strict parents.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - aznegglover - 2008-12-06
[COLOR="RoyalBlue"]I had my blood type written down somewhere, but I lost the paper and I forgot my type
I think I'm a B- though..[/COLOR]
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Aggravate - 2008-12-06
I'm O+, same with my brother and mom. My dad's A+.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Kevin0215 - 2008-12-06
I actually don't know mine yet. But I've always had intentions of giving blood one day. So I'm sure I'll find out eventually.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - RahlsSoldier - 2008-12-06
I'm O+. So far, I've donated 8 times. First experience was definately the worst, because they screwed up and punctured my vein (allowed the needle to go through both sides of the vein) instead of just inserting the needle into the vein. After that it's been pretty smooth sailing. You can donate legally in Canada once every 56 days, so I try to go as often as possible.
Just think about it, one day you might need a blood transfusion and there might not be any.
What's your type? The majority of people don't even know... - Heidi - 2008-12-06
You need an option for don't know
I wouldn't have the faintest idea what blood type I am
