Allocation
The process of giving people the organs they need.
Allograft
An allograft is a transplant of an organ or tissue between two genetically non-identical members of the same species. Most human tissue and organ transplants are allografts.
Blood Vessels
Blood vessels are a network of tubular structures that transport blood throughout the body. They play a crucial role in the circulatory system, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products
Brain Death
death that occurs when the brain permanently cease
Circulatory Death
the irreversible cessation of all circulatory and respiratory functions, which can lead to organ donation after death
Connective Tissue
tissue in the body that connects the body together
Cross-Matching
a lab test to see if the blood/organ donor is a match
Deceased Donor
a dead person that is a registered organ donor
Donation
the process of giving away
Donor Registry
a process stating that you agree to donate your organs after death
Human Leukocyte Antigens (HLA)
proteins of the surface
Immunosuppressive Drugs
medications that weaken the immune system and shut it down
Living Donor
someone who donates organs of part of their organs while their living
National Organ Transplant Act (NOTA)
a national system of destributing organs
Organ Donation
the act of donating your organs to those in need
Organ Preservation
the act of preserving organs to keep them in an idle state for donation
Organ Procurement
Organ Procurement
Organ Viability
Organ viability refers to the time an organ remains functional and suitable for transplantation after being removed from a donor's body, with different organs having varying timeframes.
Recipient
the person receiving the organ
Rejection
the act of refusing something
Tendons
body parts that stretch and hold the body together
Tissue
protects the body such as skin
Transplant Center
an area where organs are harvested
Waiting List
a list stating the order on who gets which organ in what order