Who donates bone and tissue allografts?
The majority of donors were otherwise healthy and relatively young people who died in accidents or from sudden illness such as heart attack or stroke. Every donor is thoroughly screened and tested before donation can take place. This screening includes comprehensive medical and social histories, including high-risk behaviors for transmissible diseases that automatically eliminate any possibility of donation. Potential donors with histories of any condition that can affect the quality and long-term performance of the bone and/or tissue are also excluded. MTF’s Medical Director and Technical Staff must approve all donations prior to transplantation.
