Donor

Donor is an individual who gives or donates something to another, often in the context of medical procedures such as organ donation, blood donation, and tissue donation. The term can also refer to a person who donates to a cause or charity.

Types of Donors

There are several types of donors in the medical field, including:

• Organ Donor: An organ donor is a person who donates one or more of their organs, either during their lifetime or after death, to be transplanted into another person. Organs that can be donated include the heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, and pancreas.

• Blood Donor: A blood donor is a person who donates their blood for transfusion into another person. Blood donation is a critical part of the healthcare system, as it provides life-saving blood products for patients in need.

• Tissue Donor: A tissue donor is a person who donates their tissues, such as skin, corneas, bone marrow, and heart valves, for transplantation into another person.

Donor Screening and Testing

Before a person can become a donor, they must undergo a series of tests and screenings to ensure that they are healthy and that their donation will not harm the recipient. This process is known as Donor Screening and Donor Testing.

Ethical Considerations

There are many ethical considerations involved in donation, including the principle of informed consent, the right to bodily integrity, and the issue of organ trafficking. These issues are addressed in the field of Medical Ethics.

See Also

• Organ Transplantation
• Blood Transfusion
• Tissue Transplantation
• Medical Ethics

References

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