Which blood types are best for platelet donation?
Why type guides the choice
Centers often route O donors to whole blood and Power Red, where their red cells help most, and route other types to platelets and plasma.
AB donors
AB donors are valuable for both platelets and plasma, since AB plasma can go to any patient.
All types welcome
These are general patterns, not rules. Your center can tell you what is most useful today.
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The guidance on this page reflects published criteria from these organizations. Eligibility and procedures vary by center and country, so confirm specifics with your donation center.
- American Red Cross
- AABB (Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies)
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Blood Donation
- Canadian Blood Services
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