For organ recipients, a transplant often means a second chance at life. Vital organs such as the heart, pancreas, liver, kidneys and lungs can be transplanted to those whose organs are failing. For some, an organ transplant means no longer having to be dependent on costly routine treatments to survive. It allows many recipients to return to a normal lifestyle.
ABOUT ORGAN DONATIONA living donor can donate one kidney and still live a normal life.
A portion of the liver can be donated as the liver can grow back to its normal size.
Can be preserved for 4 hours after death.
Can be preserved between 10 to 12 hours after death.
Can be preserved between 20 to 24 hours after death.
Can be preserved between 4 to 6 hours after death.
Can be preserved for approximately 6 to 8 hours after death.
Can be preserved for 4 hours after death.