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Deceased Donor Kidney Transplants
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A deceased-donor kidney comes from someone who has died and whose organs are donated, usually after brain death.
The process
Recipients are matched from a waiting list, and the transplant happens when a suitable organ becomes available.
Frequently asked questions
How is a deceased donor matched?
By blood group, tissue type and time on the waiting list.
Sources
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Educational only. This guide is general kidney-care information, not individual medical advice.