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It happens because the immune system of recipient attacks the transplanted organ. This is expected to happen because the immune system's purpose is to distinguish foreign material in body and attempt to destroy it, just as it attempts to destroy infecting organisms such as bacteria and viruses.
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∙ 11y agoSome religions think they need there body in the after life. That's all I got.
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∙ 13y agoThe immune system recognises a transplanted organ as not being it's own genetic material (DNA) and attacks it. It's similar to how your body knows to attack 'flu germs.
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Who was the first person to ever donate their organs?
Ronald Herrick. He gave one of his organs to his twin brother.
Can inmates donate organs?
Inmates can definitely donate their organs. However, they should pass the health standards before they donate their organs.
Can a person choose what organs they would like to donate?
Yes, a person can choose which organs they would like to donate. When registering as an organ donor, individuals can specify which organs they are willing to donate, such as heart, liver, kidneys, lungs, etc.
Can people transfer their hearts to other people?
Currently, it is not possible for people to transfer their hearts to other individuals. Heart transplants are performed using donor hearts from individuals who have a compatible blood type and tissue match with the recipient. The process involves surgical removal of the recipient's damaged heart and replacing it with a healthy donor heart.
Do you have to be dead to donate blood?
Yes, certain organs, e.g., one of a person's two kidneys, or part of the liver, can be transplanted from a living donor.
CAN a person who had breast cancer donate organs after they die in a car crash?
I do not think so, one cannot give blood either.
What could the piano do that the keyboard could not do?
donate organs
Did Michael Jackson donate any organs?
No he didn't.
What would you sell your organs for?
I would donate them when i die
Why donate organs?
to help other people live
Should you donate your organs?
Yes, donate or ill take them by force, you can't stop me dead man!
Why do people donate their organs?
To be transplanted on another human being.
