Directed donation on behalf of a loved one
If you are the next of kin of someone who has passed away, you may request to have your loved one's kidney donated to Ira. In this case, you would indicate to an attending physician or auxiliary medical professional your desire to direct the donation to Ira. The medical professional would then arrange the necessary testing to determine the suitability of the kidney for transplantation.
Even individuals of advanced age or those with comorbidities may still have healthy kidneys. Thus, it is best to let the medical professionals determine eligibility. An eligible kidney donated by an individual who has recently passed is as good as an organ from an eligible living donor.
Knowing that your passed loved one has given the ultimate gift of life to someone can provide solace and comfort during an otherwise very difficult period.