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They have a National Marrow Donor registry that can help you find out if you are capable of being a donor. There is a list of qualifications you must pass to be considered a donor. If you qualify, they can send a simple test kit to your home that you mail back with a saliva sample.
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∙ 7y agoThat's up to the medical profession ! They will compare your blood group to that of potential donors. IF it's a match, there are many more tests to confirm compatibility between donor and recipient.
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Is there a difference in a left kidney right kidney donation?
no
How does one get involved in kidney donation?
One can get involved in kidney donation by becoming an organ donor. One must register in his or her state to become an organ donor at a local DMV or online.
Do you have to match to get a kidney?
no.
Can my friend be tested to see if he's an organ donor match for me before I need the organ yet?
If you are discussing live organ donation, such as part of the liver or a kidney, and you are medically expected to need such a donation at some point, then yes your friend can be tested for matching to you prior to the need for a donated organ.
When donating your car to the kidney foundation does it have to be drivable?
You car does not have to be drivable for them to accept your donation. The car must be intack and able to move. They will accept any car for a donation.
What foundations accept cars for donation?
The foundations which accept cars for donation are Lupus Foundation of America, Kidney Foundation, Stephen Lewis Foundation, CJ Foundation for SIDS, National Kidney Foundation, Doris Day Animal Foundation and many others.
Can kidney donation affect pregnancy later?
You need to discuss this with a qualified medical practitioner (a doctor).
How is organ donation carried out?
Normally it is pledged before one's death. It can also be voluntary to save a life as in donation of one kidney, portion liver or any organ a surgeon may suggest.
How do they determine if your are eligible to donate a kidney?
First they find out whether you have the right blood group (since this is the quickest way to rule out a lot of people). Then they check your size; you must be the same size or slightly bigger than the recipient. Then they have to "tissue match" for the kidney; this is usually a combination of blood tests. This checks that your kidney is exactly the right match for the recipient. After all this has been established, if it is decided that you are a match, you will go through a general health and psychological screen, to check that your health is up to donating a kidney. This is usually blood tests, an MRI, EEG and ECG, and a chat with a therapist. If all these tests come back fine, you're eligible to donate.
How do you know ifyou need to get your kidney removed?
Only your doctor could determine if you need to have a kidney removed.
Why are kidney transplants good?
Yes and No, because my cousin died from a kidney transplant. Sometimes your body doesnt adjust to your new kidney and sometimes it doesnt match your kidney you already have. So you should ask your local doctor about the kidney transplant. Sincerely,Tjones23
What is the function of a creatinine test?
The creatinine test is used to diagnose impaired kidney function and to determine renal (kidney) damage.
