Organ transplant glossery
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shaunataylor on May 4, 2011
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Allocation | The system of ensuring that organs and tissues are distributed fairly to patients who are in need. |
| Blood Vessels | The arteries, viens and capillaries through which blood circulates. blood vessels can be donated and transplanted. |
| Bone | Dense tissue that forms the skeleton. Bone can be donated and transplanted |
| Bone Marrow | Soft tissue located in the cavities of bones. Bone marrow is the source of all blood cells; Bone marrow can be donated and transplanted. |
| Brain death | Occurs when a person's brain activity stops permanently. It is possible to return to life after brain death. |
| Cadaveric Donors | Also called, non living donors, are those who donate their organs or tissue after they have been declared dead. |
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