Who can be a kidney donor?
A suitable living donor should:
• Be at least 18 years old
• Have no history of kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes, active cancer, or other diseases that could complicate surgery
People shouldn’t rule themselves out if they simply think they wouldn’t qualify. Being a few pounds overweight, for example, does not disqualify you.
A Living Kidney Donor Coordinators talks with each person to evaluate if they are a good candidate. If someone is unsure if they qualify, please call to speak with one of our coordinators.
And remember, even if a donor is not a match for an intended recipient, he or she can join a Kidney Swap Program that allows incompatible pairs to participate in a paired kidney exchange.