Key Takeaways

You can learn your blood type through medical records, a blood test, blood donation, or an at-home kit.

Knowing your blood type is important for emergencies, surgery, and blood donation.

A third of Americans don't know what their blood type is.

How can you find out your blood type, and what can it tell you about your health? Having that information could be lifesaving not just for you, but for others as well.

1. Ask Your Healthcare Provider

If you’ve been pregnant, received prenatal care, had surgery, or had another medical procedure done, your blood type was likely determined and put in your medical record at some point.

If you have access to an online patient portal, you might be able to see your blood type when you log in. If you can’t get a hold of your provider or

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