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About Organ Allocation

Matching Organs >
The United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) maintains a centralized computer network, UNet^SM, which links all organ procurement organizations(OPOs) and transplant centers.

Waiting for an Organ >
Most candidates, except those with living donors, wait for an organ due to the shortage of donor organs. Because each candidate's situation is unique, waiting times can vary, depending on a number of factors, such as those described in this section.

Organ Allocation Policies >
UNOS member organizations, transplant candidates, recipients and donor family members work together to develop organ allocation policies that give every transplant candidate an opportunity at receiving the organ they need.

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There are multiple steps in the transplant process:

You are evaluated for a transplant by the medical team at a transplant center.
If accepted as a transplant candidate, you are registered on the national organ transplant waiting list. A living donor may also be identified and evaluated for living donation.
You begin organizing your support system.
You begin developing your financial strategy.
Your waiting period begins.
Your transplant takes place.
Your medical team manages your posttransplant care.

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