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What does the donor evaluation include?

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Complete workup: Usually a complete physical examination; and comprehensive blood panels to make sure the "donor" is is top shape.

Dr Pizzo and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/1/2013

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Dr. S. Smiley Thakur answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Donor healthy: Other investigations include making sure the donor doesn't have, or is at risk for having, the same disease as the related recipient. Donor motivations are also evaluated to protect both parties.

Answered 9/1/2013

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