It is sometimes called “golden blood.” In the U.S., the blood type AB, Rh negative is considered the rarest, while O positive is most common.

How rare is Rh negative blood?

In the United States, approximately 85% of the population has an Rh-positive blood type, leaving only 15% with Rh negative.

Why is Rh negative called golden blood?

The golden blood type or Rh null blood group contains no Rh antigens (proteins) on the red blood cell (RBC). This is the rarest blood group in the world, with less than 50 individuals having this blood group. This makes it the worlds most precious blood type, hence the name golden blood.

Is Rh negative blood considered o?

Blood is further classified as being either Rh positive (meaning it has Rh factor) or Rh negative (without Rh factor). So, there are eight possible blood types: O negative. This blood type doesnt have A or B markers, and it doesnt have Rh factor.

Do O negative blood types live longer?

Chances are higher youll live longer if you have type O blood. Experts think your lowered risk of disease in your heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular disease) may be one reason for this.

Which blood type is healthiest?

People with type O blood have the lowest risk of heart disease while people with B and AB have the highest. People with A and AB blood have the highest rates of stomach cancer.