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Is there a difference in a left kidney right kidney donation?
Yes, there is a difference. In a left kidney donation, the surgeon removes the left kidney from the donor's body, while in a right kidney donation, the right kidney is removed. The decision of which kidney to donate is typically based on the donor's anatomy and medical history.
If you donate a kidney will adrenal gland stay?
Yes, if you donate a kidney, your adrenal glands will remain intact. The adrenal glands are located on top of each kidney, but during a kidney donation surgery, only the kidney is removed while the adrenal gland is preserved. Therefore, your body will still have one functioning adrenal gland after the donation.
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.
Can you donate plasma only having one kidney?
Yes, you can donate plasma with one kidney. Plasma donation primarily involves the collection of blood plasma, which does not significantly impact kidney function. However, it's essential to consult with a healthcare professional or the donation center to ensure you meet all eligibility requirements and to assess your individual health situation.
Can I donate plasma if I only have one kidney?
Yes, you can donate plasma if you have only one kidney, as long as you meet the other eligibility requirements set by the donation center. Having a single kidney does not typically affect your ability to donate plasma, since plasma donation primarily involves collecting the liquid component of blood, not the kidneys. However, it's always best to consult with the donation center and your healthcare provider to ensure it's safe for you to donate.
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 a 52 year old life kidney be donated to a younger person?
Yes, a 52-year-old kidney can be donated to a younger person, provided the donor is in good health and meets the medical criteria for kidney donation. Age alone is not a disqualifying factor; the overall health and function of the kidney are more important. Doctors will assess factors such as kidney function, donor health, and compatibility to determine if the donation is viable.
Can kidney donation affect pregnancy later?
You need to discuss this with a qualified medical practitioner (a doctor).
Why a kidney donor can give a kidney at any time and stay alive however a heart donor is always a person who has just died why?
A Human being has two kidneys and can donate one and continue to live. However the quality of life is lowered after the donation.
Is the kidney involved in pH?
yes
Where can one make a car donation in Sacramento?
One can make a car donation in Sacramento with the 'Action Donation Services' organization. One can arrange a donation by phone or fill out the online form. Another organization one can donate a car to is the 'Komen Sacramento Car Donation Program'.
