Do you know your blood group...

[carole]

I started this thread out of curiosity and because my daughter Melissa decided as she just turned 16 to become a blood donor.

She donated blood yesterday at her school,it was an ok experience, she did feel kinda sick during it and pins and needles in her arm, i wonder if that is normal, i do know some people feel faint, however it has not put her off doing it again, they did not tell her what her blood group was though, pity, as i don't know, next time in three months should she decide to donate she gets a free key ring with her blood type on it.

I found something interesting out though, I have the second rarest blood group, only 2 percent people have my type, i am B NEGATIVE, so wondering do you know your's ?i can tell you what percent you are,as i have all the information from the blood centre in front of me.:)these statistics could be just for NZ though,not sure.

[Catty1]

O positive :)

[critter crazy]

My blood type is O Positive. I have been a blood donor since highschool, and it realy is a great thing your daughter is doing. Kudos to her! I cant donate as much as I would like to, my iron is too low, so it is hit or miss, whether I can donate or not. usually 1 out of every 8 tries. But I still go.:)

[Edwina's Secretary]

Carole...your daughter will probably get a donor card in the mail with her blood type on it. That's how it works here.

I have been a regular blood donor for 20 years (it was easier in Illinois where there are blood banks. Here is CA I must wait until I see a blood drive...:confused::confused:. I have asked my doctors and other health care professionals and that is how it is done here.)

My blood type is AB negative. That is the universal donor for plasma so I did that for a few years before leaving Chicago (they take the blood out - sort out the plasma and put the rest back in.)

[Husky_mom]

well.... I´m never gonna be donor less (I hope I never need one) but as I have AB positive... I could get A,B and O..... and those who have O can give to A, B and O..

A´s can only give to A´s, B´s to B´s, but can get from O´s

at secondary school we did this lab proyect where they used a lancet and pinch you on the tip of the finger and with some reactives they should let you know what blood type you are... I did it but I already knew because since I was little they told my mom...

I have no clue what my kid is as he has never had blood taken...:( but I also don´t wanna put him through the needle and blood taking thing yet....

we should make this a poll kinda thing.. to see how is PT´s blood percentages.. just a thought

I would love to know how blood tyoes work on genetics... my mom is B negative and my dad is A positive... I´m AB positive, my sis is (forgot if A or B) but positive and my bro is O negative...

[carole]

ok this is the info i have.

0 & 0 possible children 0

0 & A possible children 0 or A

0 & B possible children 0 or B

0 & AB possible children A or B

A & A possible children 0 or A

A & B possible children 0, A B or AB

A & AB possible children A,B or AB

B & B possible children 0 or B

B & AB possible children A.B.or AB

AB & AB possible children A.B.or AB.

Then there are the RH (D) GROUPS as well.

There are some rare exceptions too.

38 per cent people are 0+

32 per cent people are A+

9 per cent people are 0-

9 per cent people are B+ this is what my sister is.

6 per cent people are A-

3 per cent people are AB+

2 per cent people are B- which i am.

1 per cent people are AB-

[Catlady711]

I'm terrified of needles so I don't give blood (even to the doctors without a screaming fit worthy of a 2 year old) so I'm not 100% positive on my blood type.

However if a high school experiment is worth anything, that said I was a B+ but I wouldn't count on a class assignment if I needed blood for anything.

[carole]

I just rang the blood donor centre and found out Melissa is B+ same as my sister, they did not even have her details like ph number or home address, you would think they would have made sure they did that at the school eh?

I am not too fond of needles either, but would give blood, but my iron count is a bit low at the moment.

I would not go by the school experiment either, we did one and i was supposed to be an O, well that was way out wasn't it? wasn't until i had melissa i found out my blood type.

[pomtzu]

A+. I used to donate as my Blood Bank Dues, but here anyway (don't know about other locations) you can't weigh less than 110 lbs. When I had to donate my own blood for my own use for surgery, they would only take a half pint because of my weight.

[caseysmom]

I am an A-, my husband is b positive and I know my oldest in b positive but by the time I had my second they no longer tested the babies, (probably caused too many marital fights!)

I donate blood quite frequently since my blood type is also rare. I had to have shots during my pregnancy and after since I have negative blood.

[caseysmom]

A+. I used to donate as my Blood Bank Dues, but here anyway (don't know about other locations) you can't weigh less than 110 lbs. When I had to donate my own blood for my own use for surgery, they would only take a half pint because of my weight.

Sorry I had to laugh, I don't have that problem!

[4 Dog Mother]

When I was pregnant with Amy, my doctor gave me a card with my blood type on it - B+. I have been giving since Rob died 3 years ago. Since I was on medications for a long time, I never called to check to see what you could be taking and still give Blood. The church I work at held a blood drive and I went in when they weren't busy to find out all this information and donated for the first time. When I had my hysterectomy about 18 years ago, they had me donate my own blood in case I would need a transfusion during the surgery so I knew I would be okay donating as far as that went. I am know trying to give every time I can - I think it is like 50 days or something that you have to wait. I have been going to a Bloold bank because I find that is easier for me than Blood Drives.

[caseysmom]

When I was pregnant with Amy, my doctor gave me a card with my blood type on it - B+. I have been giving since Rob died 3 years ago. Since I was on medications for a long time, I never called to check to see what you could be taking and still give Blood. The church I work at held a blood drive and I went in when they weren't busy to find out all this information and donated for the first time. When I had my hysterectomy about 18 years ago, they had me donate my own blood in case I would need a transfusion during the surgery so I knew I would be okay donating as far as that went. I am know trying to give every time I can - I think it is like 50 days or something that you have to wait. I have been going to a Bloold bank because I find that is easier for me than Blood Drives.

What a positive good thing you are doing in Rob's memory my next donation will be in his memory if that is okay with you.

[Sevaede]

I would like to donate blood some time. :) I know that you can donate every couple of days here. :)

[Jessika]

Pretty sure I'm O+ but I can't remember, lol.

[pomtzu]

Sorry I had to laugh, I don't have that problem!

It has it's drawbacks - like trying to find age-appropriate clothes!!! I'm not a teeny-bopper anymore (thank goodness)! :D

[pomtzu]

I would like to donate blood some time. :) I know that you can donate every couple of days here. :)

I seriously doubt that. Are you sure you didn't mean "months"???

[caseysmom]

I seriously doubt that. Are you sure you didn't mean "months"???

Yes that has to be wrong, its either 6 or 8 weeks here.

[caseysmom]

It has it's drawbacks - like trying to find age-appropriate clothes!!! I'm not a teeny-bopper anymore (thank goodness)! :D

I wish I had your problem!

[Daisy and Delilah]

I'm O+ . :)

[Felicia's Mom]

I am A negative.

[Sirrahsim]

I'm B- as well.

I would be thrilled if I could give blood but they disqualify me due to my time spent in Germany.

[K9karen]

O- with some kind of RH factor (:confused:)

[Twisterdog]

I have O negative.

My blood type is called the "universal donor" because every person on earth can receive my blood with no problems.

However, the only type of blood I can receive is O negative.

Kind of makes it the "martyr" blood type, doesn't it?

I can't donate blood. I have tried a few times, and I always end up passing out and scaring the living daylights out of the staff. The same thing happens if I have to get blood drawn for a test, or even if I get some shots. It's not a because the process upsets or disturbs me, I'm actually not bothered at all by needles, blood, etc.

The best any doctor has been able to figure out, it has something to do with the fact that I have very low blood pressure, and hypoglycemia.

RH factor is a problem that arises when a woman with negative blood is pregnant with a baby with positive blood. I had this when I was pregnant, and had to get shots before my son was born. I don't know remember the details now, but I think it has something to do with the potential for the mixing of the two blood types at birth. Could be dangerous for the negative typed mother, although not for the positive typed baby, I would imagine.

[RockyRoad]

I donated blood for the first time in early June - I finally got my nerves together and went through with it, because I`ve always hated shots and the like. The girl next to me passed out, which added to my nervousness, but it went well. I did pass out though several hours later, strangely. I`m O positive, though, and I`d like to donate again soon. :)

[moosmom]

I'm A+

[Marigold2]

I am B+, my one child is AB+. My other child is B+. My ex is A+.

[carole]

Great to read so many of you brave ones donate blood, awesome, women can donate 3 times a year here and men four, for obvious reasons.:)

[Karen]

Just donated yesterday, I try to donate every couple of months, I am next eligible October 22.

I am a B+ as is my sister. My Dad and big brother are both B- , and I'm not sure what Lady's Human type is. Ma was A+ and when I was born, I almost needed a transfusion because my blood couldn't decide which to be, negative or positive, but it settled down into B+ - compromise, I guess!

Everyone in my family tries to donate as often as we can, my sister, though is no longer eligible. Her veins were the opposite of mine, they'd roll and play hard-to-get. Mine are nice and obvious on both arms, and I drink a lot of water so I am always well-hydrated. The nurses at the blood drive love me because I'm such an easy person to get the needle into correctly.

[molucass]

I am O+, as is my mom, dad, and sister.

I used to donate blood as often as I could, but every time they are having a blood drive down here lately, I always forget about it after I have seen the signs, or I am in a rush to be back at work, etc.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm not sure what I am but I do know that my RH factor is - . I think that my mom is A and my dad is O.

[Killearn Kitties]

I am A+. I used to donate a couple of times a year, and always felt faint after it. I had to lie there for about 20 minutes afterwards taking up the space. After a few years they politely told me that I might want to think about whether I wanted to come back or not. I think they were always frightened I would leave their premises and collapse in the street. I also don't think they tend to be short of A+.

They did say that my blood came out quite quickly and that could be causing the light-headedness, but I think it was probably it was just my needle phobia.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

I am O+, and so is my hubby.
Both kids are B+. I know, it is not possible; but they are both adopted:)

[Randi]

I'm pretty sure I'm O negative.

[lizbud]

I am O positive. I believe it's a universal donor too, but I can't give blood
as I had hepatitus (infectious) as a child.

I used to pass out cold every time I had blood drawn for tests,but do much
better nowadays. I just don't watch the procedure.:)

[cali]

I have no idea, I am terrified of needles so I have never given blood and never intend too lol. I have never even had a blood test, docters tried when I was baving carpel pedal spasms, but even mention of it caused the spasms to start again.

[AdoreMyDogs]

I'm O- and a "universal donor", howerver, I'm deathly afraid of needles of any sort. I'm afraid I've never donated blood and I don't know if I'll ever have enough bravery to do so (unless someone I know and love is in trouble and needing blood).

I know I have a child and I'm pregnant with another, but I'm still deathly afraid of needles. I get myself so worked up over any blood work I need to have done that my blood pressure is sky high and I'm very faint feeling every time I have even so much as a finger prick. I know it's silly but most everyone has some kind of fear. I'm not afraid of much, but I'm so scared of needles. I'm even afraid of fish hooks because they can pierce skin like a needle. I can't look at a hypodermic needle on TV or in a book without getting freaked out. I really respect all you folks who can/have donated blood, especially those of you who are just young'ins. Good for you all!

[Miss Z]

I'm not sure of my blood group entirely, I think I'm in group B, but I do know I'm Rh positive. I could never give blood though because my blood pressure is so low I can go into shock if I lose too much blood.

[smokey the elder]

I'm an O+ and have been donating for almost 30 years, between 2 and 4 times a year on average. They like me because I have the Alaska Pipeline running inside my right elbow!:D

[momoffuzzyfaces]

I'm O + too. I can't donate because I have anemia too. When I went through menopause I had to have a blood transfusion. (some women get hot flashes. I bout bled to death)

I am so grateful to who ever donated the two units I got!!! I wouldn't be here today without them. :love:

[kuhio98]

I'm O+ and Bobcat is O-

Bobcat used to get calls all the time from the blood bank because (I guess) O- is in short supply. But, since he was diagnose (and cured) of cancer, he can't donate anymore.

From the American Red Cross:

Almost 40% of the population has O+ blood

Patients with Type O blood must receive Type O blood

About half of all blood ordered by hospitals in our area is Type O

Type O blood is the universal blood type and is the only blood type that can be transfused to patients with other blood types

Only about 7% of all people have Type O negative blood

Type O negative blood is the preferred type for accident victims and babies needing exchange transfusions

There is always a need for Type O donors because their blood may be transfused to a person of any blood type in an emergency

[carole]

My brother n law has to donate about every two months, because he has too much iron in his blood, a condition which can be very serious.

[sumbirdy]

I'm A+ I could never give blood because I'm terrified of needles, especially the ones that go in veins. The thought of that creeps me out.

[Rachel]

I'm A- and I haven't donated in quite a few years although I used to. In college I would sell my blood when I needed some money. *Back in the day* $20.00 would go a long way.

[AllAmericanPUP]

no clue what i am

[carole]

Hmm you cannot sell your blood in NZ,don't know if they will ever do that, completely voluntary here.

[sumbirdy]

I'm A- and I haven't donated in quite a few years although I used to. In college I would sell my blood when I needed some money. *Back in the day* $20.00 would go a long way.


I didn't know people could sell their blood. :confused:

[Karen]

I don't think you can anymore, at least I've never seen it done. Silly me, I've always given it away!

[Edwina's Secretary]

I don't think you can anymore, at least I've never seen it done.

Sure you can....


There are more than 400 for-profit plasma collection centers in the United States....
Expect to earn up to $35 for each donation (twice a week max). Donors who have been vaccinated for hepatitis B can earn up to $60 per week.


Not that I am recommending it!

[Suki Wingy]

I have no clue. I've tried to give blood several times but something was always wrong.

[carole]

I am wondering do you all think it is ok to be paid to donate blood,? i am on the fence on this one,it is not done here in my country.

[BC_MoM]

O+!

[Edwina's Secretary]

I am wondering do you all think it is ok to be paid to donate blood,? i am on the fence on this one,it is not done here in my country.


I have never been paid -- and would never accept money for my blood. I donate because I like to do so.

However, it has long been a way for college students, people down on their luck to make money. Unfortunately, far too few people donate blood without an incentive.

I read an article about plasma collection stations that set up right on the US side of the border with Mexico. Mothers come over and sell their plasma to buy shoes for their children.

Who am I to judge?