Organ Donations and The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act

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Organ donations are often referred to as "anatomical gifts." All fifty states have passed some version of the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act, generally providing that individuals may make a gift of their organs and tissues during their lifetime with the gift to take effect on their death. Additionally, family members may generally donate your organs and tissues when you die if you have not indicated that you are opposed to such a donation. It is therefore important to document your wishes concerning organ donation. Many states provide organ donation questions in health care directives.

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