Updated NLRB exception requirements effective Oct. 7
Actions approved by the OPTN Board in December 2020 and June 2021 are included.
HLA equivalency table updates and addition of DPB1 epitopes now in effect
The changes to the equivalency tables are intended to reflect changes in HLA typing practice and improve organ allocation.
National Heart Review Board for Pediatrics is now live
The NHRB was created to improve quality and consistency in evaluation of exceptions for pediatric heart candidates.
Policies implemented to align with PHS guideline: Living Donor Specimen Storage, Informed Consent
Resources and information about elements of the policy change implemented on June 1, 2021. New elements address living donor transplants.
Lower respiratory testing of all potential lung donors for SARS-CoV-2 now required
Policy is intended to address patient safety.
Coming June 17: HLA equivalency table update and addition of DPB1 epitopes
These changes will occur in DonorNet®, Waitlist℠, TIEDI® and KPD℠ applications.