Determining Blood Type Compatibility
The following blood type chart can be used to determine both blood type compatibility and likely offspring blood type. Use the information to uncover the blood type of a child born to parents with the blood types listed.
Please also consult your physician regarding ABO and Rh incompatibility. Women that are Rh- that select an Rh+ donor may require treatment with Rhogam during pregnancy. It’s important to discuss this with your physician before you get started.
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Blood Type – Compatibility Chart
Blood Type | Mother | |||
Father | A | B | AB | O |
A | A or O | AB, A, B or O | AB or A or B | A or O |
B | AB, A, B or O | B or O | AB or A or B | B or O |
AB | AB or A or B | AB or A or B | AB or A or B | A or B |
O | A or O | B or O | A or B | O |
Rh Factor | Mother | |
Father | Neg (-) | Pos (+) |
Neg (-) | Neg (-) | Pos (+) or Neg (-) |
Pos (+) | Pos(+) or Neg(-) | Pos (+) or Neg (-) |
Note: In cases where the mother is Rh- and the donor is Rh+, Rhogam is recommended.