Does the family receive any money for the donation?
• NO. It is illegal to buy or sell human organs or tissue. • Organ and tissue donation is a gift. • The family receives no payment or reimbursement for donation. Can my body be donated for the study of science after donation of organs and tissue? YES. But, each academic institution has its own guidelines about accepting body donations. Not all academic institutions will accept body donations after organ and tissue donation. If you are interested in body donation it is recommended that you check with the academic institutions you wish to support. They can answer specific questions about organ and tissue donation and pre-arrange the donation of your body for the advancement of science. Does my religion approve of donation? • Most religions approve of organ and tissue donation and consider it a gift, an act of charity. Visit www.organdonor.gov/donation/religious_views.htm. • If you have any questions, speak to your religious advisor.
