Welcome to our page all about the world's most common blood type: O positive! Don't be fooled, though: it may be prevalant across the U.S. and the world, but it's still highly unique, and highly in-demand. Whether you're already a type O+ blood donor or are only considering the idea, this guide will show why your contribution matters.
Blood Types: What Do They Mean?
Facts About O+ Blood
Curious about what it means to have O positive blood? You've come to the right place.
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Our Recommendation for O+ Donors
While every donation matters, we do recommend that our O positive donors give whole blood.
We also encourage you to consider our Power Red donation process. But what's that?
With the assistance of our high-powered apheresis machines located at any of our donation centers, our Power Red donors are able to safely give double the red cells they'd be able to through traditional whole blood donation. Plus, the machine rehydrates you throughout the donation. Pretty cool!
O+ Donors, Give Platelets or Power Red for Max Rewards!
Special bonus point drops at key milestones during your annual blood and platelet donation journey, and for first-time donors. Accrue enough and you'll be able to cash them in for exclusive merchandise and deals on the Donor Rewards Store.
Here's a breakdown of the points you'll receive for each type of donation:
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Platelets: 1500
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Plasma: 500
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Power Red (2RBC): 1000
Key Facts About O Positive Blood
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O Positive Blood Type: How Common Is It?
Nearly 40% of Americans have O positive blood — that's 1 out of every 2.5 of us!
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Who Can O Positive Donors Donate to?
O positive blood can be transfused to any Rh-positive blood type (A+, B+, AB+ and O+), making it critical for trauma and emergency care.
How Type O Donors Are Helping Tulsa's Emergency Responders Save Lives
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What Type of Blood Can O Positive Patients Receive?
People with O positive blood can only receive blood transfusions from a) other O positive donors or b) O negative donors, considered "universal donors" for their ability to donate safely to all blood types.
Join Forces with Our 2024 Superhero Donor!
We're not sure when Clayton Grubbs hit superhero status. It could have been after his 170th donation, or maybe it was after he got a tattoo commemorating his lifelong commitment to giving blood.
Whenever it happened, all we know is that Clayton is a real-life superhero... and an O positive blood donor!
Want to cape up with Clayton? Book your appointment below!
More on the Other Primary Blood Types
Want to learn about what makes other blood types unique? Visit our blood types hub or use the drop-down bar below for a deeper look at a specific blood type.