If i am thinking of doing a non directed donor kidney donation, is there an advantage to doing it now or waiting 1/2 yrs? at the rate of stem cells and dialysis will it no longer be neccisary in 2 yrs

A noble decision: You are very sweet to consider donating a kidney. As you know organs can save lives and no matter when, it will benefit someone. Make sure you are in good health yourself and that none of your family members have kidney disease. When you have only one kidney left also avoid extreme sports and sports that involve blunt trauma/falls. To decide when and where is all up to you.

See a doctor: You have to be sure you are healthy and not pregnant. It's wonderful that you want to be a donor. All the best.

Not clear: Firstly let me thank you as an altruistic donor. Transplants will still be needed for kidney failure for many many years and the alternatives are not ready for humans.M non directed donors usually start a domino chain where other donors can donate to other people on the list and several people can be helped. You should only donate if you have been cleared and motivated and then the wait is for a.