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What are the requirements to be an organ donor in the United States?

To be a living donor, you must: Be at least 18 or older (some transplant hospitals require donors to be at least 21) Have good physical and mental health. Know the risks and benefits of living donation. Make an informed decision that living donation is right for you.

What legal document applies to anatomical gifts?

Originally enacted in 1968, the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act is a federal framework that sets how anatomical gifts can be made. Every state has enacted the provisions of the act in some form.

Which of the following legal documents applies to anatomical gifts?

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What does it mean to make an anatomical gift?

An anatomical gift is a donation of all or part of a human body, after death, for the purpose of transplantation, therapy, research, or education.

What is the universal anatomical gift law?

The UAGA of 2006 allows for individuals to consent to organ donation by expressing their wish when obtaining a drivers license, through verbal expression, by writing it in a will or other advance directive, or in any other manner, simplifying the consent process. This is also known as opting in to organ donation.

How to make an anatomical gift?

Any competent person 18 years of age or older can donate their body for medical education and research. You can make your wishes known by completing an Anatomical Gift Declaration of Consent. This does not require the services of a lawyer or notary. The form must be signed by two witnesses.

What do most states require to make an anatomical gift?

Under existing law, a donor may make an anatomical gift (1) in a will or other document, (2) by signing an organ or tissue donor card, (3) by being included in a donor registry maintained by an organ or tissue procurement organization, or (4) by indicating the intent to donate on an operators license or license