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allograft
An organ or tissue transplanted from one individual to another of the same species, i.e. human to human.
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antibody
A protein made by the body’s immune system in response to a foreign substance, for example a previous transplant, blood transfusion or pregnancy. Because antibodies attack the transplanted organ trans [..]
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antigen
A foreign molecule or substance, such as a transplant, that triggers an immune response. This response may be the production of antibodies.
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aplastic anemia
A defect in which the bone marrow is depleted of blood-cell-forming tissue, generally due to exposure to radiation or toxic chemicals. In some cases the etiology is unknown.
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artificial heart
A mechanical device implanted in and/or attached to the recipient that assumes the function of pumping blood through the circulatory system.
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autograft tissue
or bone transplanted from one site on an individual’s body to another site.
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brain death
When the brain has permanently stopped working, as determined by the attending physician and appropriate consultants. Donor organs can only be taken from persons declared brain dead.
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cadaveric donor
Donors who have been declared dead. Donor families consent to have the organs removed.
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clone
One or a group of genetically identical cells, organisms, or plants derived by vegetative reproduction from a single parent.
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coalition on donation
A non-profit alliance of health and science professionals, patients, voluntary and transplant organizations. The Coalition serves to increase national public awareness of the critical organ shortage, [..]
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