Glasses, car keys and wallet — forgetting where you put any one of these things can result in a stressful five minutes. But new research indicates that some of us may be more prone to forgetfulness than others — and it’s all linked to your blood type.

People with the AB blood type may be more prone to developing memory loss in their later years than those with other blood types. A recent study showed that people with an AB blood type were 82 percent more likely to develop the thinking and memory problems that can lead to dementia. Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a decline in memory or other cognitive skills that is severe enough to noticeably impact a person’s everyday life.

The analysis was part of a larger study of 30,000 people, all of whom were followed for a little over three years. Of the group who developed cognitive impairment, 6 percent had the AB blood type. Although this sounds like a small percentage, it’s because AB blood type is less common than other blood types. In fact, only 4 percent of the general population has AB blood.

Researchers also tracked the levels of a certain protein that aids in the process of blood clotting. High levels of this protein are related to an increased risk of cognitive impairment and dementia, and people with AB blood have a higher average level of this protein than people with other blood types.

Of course, just because you happen to having AB blood doesn’t mean you’re automatically destined to develop dementia. It’s just something to be mindful of. In the meantime, keeping your mind active — with puzzles, word games and social interaction — may be beneficial, regardless of what blood type you have.

And keep in mind that we all lose our keys once in a while. It doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the first step in cognitive decline.