In emergencies, the universal donor may be considered to be:
A)type O negative
B)type O positive
C)type AB negative
D)type AB positive

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Type O negative blood is considered the universal donor because it lacks both A and B antigens on the red blood cells and does not have the Rh factor, making it compatible with all blood types. This means that it can be safely transfused to anyone in an emergency situation, even if the recipient's blood type is unknown.

In Emergencies, the Universal Donor May Be Considered to Be