Organ Donation: Saving and giving lives

Organ Donation: Giving and saving lives.........

What is organ donation?

Organ Donation can be simply defined as the donation of human organs to humans.

This donation can be made after the death of an individual or can be donated while living under some circumstances.

Organ Donation means saving and giving lives

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Is organ donation legal?

Yes organ donation is fully legal in many countries. But remember,only donation of organs is legal. The buying and selling of human organs is a shameful and inhuman act and it is illegal 🚫.

In India, according to THOA ( Transplantation Of Human Organ Act),only donation of organs is legal. The buying and selling of organs can lead to imprisonment and a heavy fine.

Who can be a legal donor of organ? 

Actually,organ donors are of two types:-

Living Donor: Any person above 18 years of age who voluntarily authorizes the removal of any of his organ and/or tissue,during his/her lifetime,as per prevalent medical practices or therapeutic purposes.

Deceased Donor: Anyone,regardless of age,race or gender can become an organ and tissue donor after his/her death ( Brainstem/Cardiac). Consent of near relative or a person in lawful possession of dead body is required. If the deceased donor is under age of 18,then consent is required of parents or any other relative authorized by parents is required.Medical suitability for donation is determined at time of death. 

Can a person with medical problems/health issues become a donor?

Yes, in most circumstances you can be a donor. Having a medical condition does not necessarily prevent a person from becoming an organ or tissue donor. The decision about whether some or all organs or tissue are suitable for transplant is made by a healthcare professional, taking into account your medical history.

In very rare cases, the organs of donors with HIV or hepatitis-C have been used to help others with the same conditions. This is only ever carried out when both parties have the condition. All donors have rigorous checks to guard against infection.

How to make up the donor pledge?

To make up the donor pledge,you can contact the National organization of your country.

Register today for organ donation

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 In India,you can make up the donor pledge at www.notto.nic.in or can fill form 7-A and send it at the registered head office of NOTTO ( NATIONAL ORGAN AND TISSUE TRANSPLANTATION ORGANIZATION) which is as follows:-

4th Floor,NIOP Building,Safdarjung Hospital Campus,New Delhi-110029 ( India)

Join hands with NOTTO

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How many organs are needed for transplantation in India every year?

The official report of NOTTO states that in India,each year the number of organs needed are as follow:-

Kidney- 2,50,000
Liver- 80,000
Heart- 50,000

Cornea-1,00,000

In whole world the organs donated are less than needed. Please don't let your body waste. A single body can give life to a lot of people. 

Join hands to save world........

 Make up the organ donation pledge now.....

This whole information is critical as well as sensitive in nature. So this information is taken from the official website of NOTTO ( NATIONAL ORGAN AND TISSUE TRANSPLANTATION ORGANIZATION),India.

For more such information,please visit www.notto.gov.in or contact your National organization of your respective country.

**** Information Reference - NOTTO

By your Indian friend

Vaibhav☺😊😃