{"id":85,"date":"2018-08-16T03:17:47","date_gmt":"2018-08-16T03:17:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/knowyourblood.com\/?p=85"},"modified":"2018-08-16T03:17:47","modified_gmt":"2018-08-16T03:17:47","slug":"all-about-the-rarest-blood-types","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/knowyourblood.com\/all-about-the-rarest-blood-types\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are The Rarest Blood Types in the World?"},"content":{"rendered":"

What is the Rarest Blood Type?<\/h1>\n

Update: Want to get yours or a friends blood type tested? You can order a test online here<\/a> or purchase your own at-home test kit here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Curious if you have the most rare blood type in the world?<\/p>\n

There are 8 major blood type variations of the common A, B, AB, O groups.<\/p>\n

Here they are in a list from most rare to most common:<\/p>\n

1) Is AB Negative a Rare Blood Type?<\/span><\/h1>\n

AB Negative blood wins for the rarest blood type. <\/span><\/p>\n

1 in every 167 people is born with AB- Blood. <\/span><\/p>\n

(About .6% of the population).<\/span><\/p>\n

Random AB Negative Blood Fact:<\/strong> People with this blood type are universal plasma donors.<\/p>\n

2) Is B Negative a Rare Blood Type?<\/span><\/h1>\n

B Negative blood is the second most rare type. <\/span><\/p>\n

1 in every 67 people is born with B- Blood.<\/span><\/p>\n

(About 1.5% of the population).<\/span><\/p>\n

Random B Negative Blood Facts:?<\/strong>This blood type can be sensitive to lectins in some foods. They can also react more strongly to stress with higher cortisol (stress hormone) responses. A plus is that, when healthy, this blood type can be more physically fit than other blood types.<\/p>\n

3) Is AB Positive a Rare Blood Type?<\/span><\/h1>\n

AB Positive blood type is the third most rare. <\/span><\/p>\n

1 in every 29 people is born with AB+ Blood.<\/span><\/p>\n

(About 3.4% of the population).<\/span><\/p>\n

Random AB Negative Blood Facts: <\/strong>People with AB- blood are known to be spiritual and empathetic. They are considered prone to having friendly, emotional and passionate natures.<\/p>\n

4) Is A Negative a Rare Blood Type?<\/span><\/h1>\n

A Negative blood is the fourth most rare type. <\/span><\/p>\n

1 in every 16 people is born with A- Blood. <\/span><\/p>\n

(About 6.3% of the population).<\/span><\/p>\n

Random A Negative Blood Facts: <\/strong>Type A blood type individuals are associated with potentially having higher than usual cortisol levels. Stress management is key for these people.<\/p>\n

5) Is O Negative a Rare Blood Type?<\/span><\/h1>\n

How rare is O negative blood type?<\/p>\n

O Negative blood is the fifth most rare type. <\/span><\/p>\n

1 in every 15 people is born with O Blood.<\/span><\/p>\n

(About 6.6% of the population).<\/span><\/p>\n

Random O Negative Blood Facts: <\/strong>O negative individuals can be predisposed to digestive issues and ulcers. This is because they may have higher than normal levels of stomach acids. Positively, O negative individuals are better able to digest protein and fat-rich meals.<\/p>\n

6) Is B Positive a Rare Blood Type?<\/span><\/h1>\n

B positive blood is the sixth most rare type. <\/span><\/p>\n

1 in every 12 people is born with B+ Blood.<\/span><\/p>\n

(About 8.5% of the population).<\/span><\/p>\n

Random B+ Blood Facts: <\/strong>B positive individuals are known to have personalities strong in originality, flexibility, creativity and people skills. They learn well through listening and reflection.<\/p>\n

7) Is A Positive a Rare Blood Type?<\/span><\/h1>\n

A Positive blood is the seventh most rare blood type.<\/span><\/p>\n

1 in every 3 people is born with A+ Blood.<\/span><\/p>\n

(About 35.7% of the population).<\/span><\/p>\n

Random A Positive Blood Facts: <\/strong>A+ blood type people are known to have analytical and visionary minds. They are detail oriented, expansive and adept companions.<\/p>\n

8) Is O Positive a Rare Blood Type?<\/span><\/h1>\n

O Positive blood is the eighth most rare type, i.e. the most common type!<\/span><\/p>\n

1 in every 3 people is born with O- Blood.<\/span><\/p>\n

(About 37.4% of the population).<\/span><\/p>\n

Random O+ Blood Facts: <\/strong>O+ blood type individuals can be prone to a high prevalence of fight-flight response and it’s associated cortisol release. Relaxing activities and habits are important for these people.<\/p>\n

Want to know what type of blood you have?<\/span><\/h1>\n

You can easily get your blood tested to examine what your own blood type is. I affiliate with an online blood testing vendor – True Health Labs – that offers this test.<\/p>\n

If you want to save money by avoiding a doctor’s visit (plus a cheaper test price) I’d advise getting your blood tested by them.<\/p>\n

You can find the Blood Type Test here<\/a> on True Health Labs Website.<\/p>\n

If you don’t want to go get your blood drawn, it’s actually very easy these days to test your blood type yourself! You can buy a cheap kit online ($10)<\/a> that allows you to find out your blood type in the comfort of your home.<\/p>\n

What Blood Types are Compatible with Mine?<\/span><\/h1>\n

If you went and got your blood tested I’m sure you’re curious what blood types you can donate to or receive from through blood donation or transfusion.<\/p>\n

Here is a handy chart to refer to:<\/p>\n

\"Rare<\/a><\/p>\n

Want to represent your blood type?<\/h1>\n

You can buy keychain?tags to keep with you that have written on them the type of blood you have.<\/p>\n

If you ever get into an accident you will also help any medics by carrying your tag. If you are left unconscious then having a tag could save your life.<\/p>\n

You can find the tags here for $6<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Good luck!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

What is the Rarest Blood Type? Update: Want to get yours or a friends blood type tested? You can order a test online here or purchase your own at-home test kit here. Curious if you have the most rare blood type in the world? There are 8 major blood type variations of the common A, …<\/p>\n

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