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NHS National Services Scotland

O-

We aim to retain 5-7 days of O- blood stocks at any time in order to meet the requirements of patients in Scotland. 

What's special about group O- blood?

O- blood type O-

4.4 days


Around 8% of the population in Scotland have group  O- blood.

Group O- blood can be given to almost anyone, making it an extremely valuable resource for emergencies where blood is needed immediately. This universal quality means additional stocks of O- are needed to provide standby cover.

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