Who cannot be a living donor?
If a living donor wishes to donate a kidney, tests will be done to make sure the donor is both healthy and a suitable match. The potential donor must be in very good health and not suffer from major health problems. The following conditions may prevent donation: • Diabetes • Most types of cancers • High blood pressure Potential donors should contact the living donor coordinator at the transplant centre to discuss any questions or concerns. Someone might not be able to be a donor if they also suffer from: • Heart disease • Hepatitis • Crohn’s disease • Blood or protein in the urine • Recurrent kidney stones • Significant obesity • Untreated mental illness • Mental disability More details on donor restrictions can be obtained from the transplant team.
