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Organ donation takes healthy organs and tissues from one person for transplantation into another. Experts say that the organs from one donor can save or help as many as 50 people. Organs you can donate include

  • Internal organs: Kidneys, heart, liver, pancreas, intestines, lungs
  • Skin
  • Bone and bone marrow
  • Cornea

Most organ and tissue donations occur after the donor has died. But some organs and tissues can be donated while the donor is alive.

People of all ages and background can be organ donors. If you are under age 18, your parent or guardian must give you permission to become a donor. If you are 18 or older you can show you want to be a donor by signing a donor card. You should also let your family know your wishes.

Health Resources and Services Administration

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Organ Donation.
Blood Transfusion and Donation
Bone Marrow Transplantation
Heart Transplantation
Pancreatic Islet Transplantation
Kidney Transplantation
Liver Transplantation
Lung Transplantation
Organ Transplantation
Pancreas Transplantation
Stem Cells

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