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Policy changes
Implementation notice: Pre-transplant HIV, HBV and HCV testing requirement updated for candidates younger than age 12
Effective July 1, testing no longer required for HIV, HBV and HCV at the time of hospital admission for transplant candidates younger than age 12.
OPTN Board approves improvements to medical urgency scoring of liver transplant candidates
The actions will increase the equity of access to liver transplant, and were among a number of additional measures adopted by the board.
Pre-implementation notice: Requirement for race-neutral eGFR formulas
A transition plan will allow race-neutral recalculation of certain candidates’ eGFR values and modifications to their waiting times.
OUT tool now allows OPOs to see movement of organs across the country
Enhancements to OUT (Organ Utilization Tool) give insight into organ movement, timing of responses and use of provisional yes at each program.
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The generous organ donor: Organ donation and transplantation is a complex process, requiring the expertise and collaboration of thousands across the country every day.
The grateful recipient: A look at the lifesaving system from the perspective of the grateful recipient and their transplant team.